The author presents social demographic forecasts for the future. She examines social, economic, and political transitions in U.S. society separately and argues that the transitions that society makes depend ultimately on the values upon which individuals choose to act. (CH)

Explores the school as a workplace, incorporating structural, human relations, symbolic, and political organizational frameworks. Future examinations of the school as workplace may use multiple analytical approaches, and a multiple-framework approach may provide ways to describe perspectives of students of organization and practitioners about the…

Examined the relationships between the nature of adults' work and their parenting attitudes and behaviors. Positive features of work tended to be associated with developmentally sound parenting. Results suggest that the conditions of work influence parenting through their effect on mood, and certain conditions of work may directly socialize…

Presents pilot study designed to examine the relationship between level of job satisfaction and interpersonal style in work environments for women faculty. Findings tend to support previous research identifying a climate within the academic work environment that can be personally and professionally toxic to many women who have obtained faculty…

The job accommodation needs of adults with specific learning disabilities are examined through an analysis of cases handled by the Job Accommodation Network. Case examples are included, which provide practical solutions to common situations involving these adults in the employment environment. Resources available for making accommodations are…

Recent studies find that most American workers feel they could perform better at work if they wished, and half do only enough work to stay employed. What is needed is creation of a workplace atmosphere in which employees commit their fullest energies, talents, and enthusiasm toward making each workday productive. (MSE)

Examined the experiences of elementary school computer coordinators. Considers the microprocesses of interaction among computer coordinators and classroom teachers, and how these patterns are related to the integration of computers in elementary schools. Found that computer specialists are limited in their endeavors because of various structural…

Reviews the literature on training evaluation and proposes a model for evaluating training. Helps human resource development researchers, practitioners, and students think about training in terms of education. Describes the elements of the model and two training scenarios to illustrate use of the model in workplaces. (JMV)

According to interviews with 123 lesbians, workplace climate significantly influenced occupational stress, coping, and job satisfaction. However, disclosure did not have a significant influence on stress, coping, or satisfaction. (SK)

Looks at problems of career development and midlife transition in a horizontally structured workplace with few management positions. Describes Amoco's benchmark career development plan that is adapted by many other companies. (JOW)

Three conditions distinguish school administrators' work from that of nonschool colleagues: schools' uniquely moral character; a highly educated, autonomous, and permanent workforce; and regular, predictable threats to organizational stability. This environment demands that school administrators rely more excessively on leadership than routine…

The potential of advancing information and telecommunications technology to transform the workplace in higher education is examined. Demographic, social, and economic trends contributing to this trend and its advantages and disadvantages are also discussed. Suggestions are made for managing the transition to telework, including selection of…

Of five approaches to studying older workers (chronological/legal, functional, psychosocial, organizational, and life span), the life-span approach accommodates individual differences in career patterns. Middle-age and older adult workers need to be considered as individuals in terms of career choices and employment policies. (SK)

After managing the nation's largest school system for two years, Chancellor Ray Cortines will be leaving New York City Public Schools on October 15th. Cortines insists his resignation was not spurred by Mayor Rudolph Giuliani's efforts to overhaul the schools, despite skirmishes over budgets, bureaucracy, and staff. Having trimmed the budget,…

Provides suggestions and ideas to ensure positive first impressions for superintendents in new districts. Helps beginning superintendents build a plan for dealing with the media, parents, community leaders, staff, and the board. Provides advice on developing district objectives and creating a pleasing office environment. (MLH)