Examined three aspects of career exploration (environment exploration, self-exploration, and amount of information acquired) as predictors of interview performance in graduate business students (N=78). Results showed that career exploration activities consistently predicted self-perceptions of readiness and recruiters' ratings but not self-ratings…

Presents a graduate education model based on important assumptions about plans for society's and students' needs and also principles regarding program goals and development. Describes the model's specific components, i.e., a three-dimensional framework involving self, students, and systems interfacing with three learning levels. (BH)

Recruitment is analyzed using a classical organizational theory in resource dependence offered by J. D. Thompson. The demographic changes are viewed as flucuations in the environment, which require adaptation from the organization in order to survive. (MLW)

Provides a model for pregroup training and ongoing supervision of master's-level group leaders of career awareness and self-exploration (CASE) groups. Results are reported. (Author)

Presents a graduate course design for the training and supervision of group leaders, including goals and objectives, course format, and evaluation. (Author/BL)

Describes a writing skills program intended for pre-professional students preparing to enter Texas Wesleyan College. (FL)

Examined the main and interactive effects of feedback sequence (negative-positive versus positive-negative) and expertise of the rater on perceptions of feedback accuracy in graduate students (N=107). Results suggested that feedback sequence interacts with expertise of the rater, locus of control, and self-esteem in affecting perceptions of…

Compared the effects of three feedback procedures (self-observation of videotaped appropriate behavior, self-observation of appropriate and inappropriate behavior, and practice without video feedback) on counselor trainees' interviewing skills. Results indicated all three strategies promoted reduction of inappropriate behaviors. Only…

Describes the implementation of written comprehensive examinations in the doctoral program in counselor education at Florida State University. The examinations, administered to 26 students over three years, emphasized application of knowledge. Although conducted with limited resources, the examinations served the department's needs and satisfied…

Describes the orientation and training program developed for graduate teaching assistants in the speech communication department at Indiana University. Emphasizes a supportive climate as a critical component of an effective training program. (PD)

Examined the influence of cognitive complexity and client observation on the quality of clinical hypotheses counselors develop and the number of questions generated to test them. Results showed no effect of these variables on hypothesis quality; but a significant interaction between client observations on the number of questions developed. (LLL)

The absentee-cuing system investigated in this study refers to the use of a wireless microphone by a counselor trainer to transmit messages to a counselor-in-training while she or he is actually engaged in the act of counseling. The system is a rich source for improving counselor training in every regard. (Author)

This paper focuses on the research competencies of students in Instructional Design and Technology (IDT) programs. First, we describe how research is being taught to students enrolled in several leading IDT programs. Next, we present findings from a survey administered to determine what knowledge and skills are being taught to IDT graduate…

International students teach in many American universities, especially in the areas of engineering, math, and physics. However, the quality and effectiveness of their instruction can be a debatable and controversial issue. This article focuses on the challenges that international students face in the classroom, and what the university can do to…

In this book, the author Tara Kuther takes the reader step-by-step through the graduate admissions process. She begins with posing the question of whether graduate school is right for everyone and the differences between pursuing a master's degree or a doctoral degree. The chapters contain information regarding what graduate school is like, how to…