Organization Development is a management science that defines and solves organizational problems. Procedures include: (1) diagnosis of problem; (2) gathering of data related to problem; (3) obtaining feedback; (4) developing various change strategies; (5) developing an action plan; and (6) implementing the plan. (CJ)

The effects of a short-term group counseling with confinees in a U.S. Navy correctional facility were determined. After 10 weeks of counseling the treatment group held significantly more positive views toward "Persons in Authority" than did the control group. (Author)

The results of an experiment with a participatory learning model indicate that, through participatory training, adults can experience improvement in their self concept which will aid them in becoming effective group members and in making decisions. (Journal availability: Department of Adult Education, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506.)…

Identifying clients is of prime importance to group leaders. Two variables which have proved useful in understanding therapeutic performance are social risk taking propensity and client expectancy. The present study was concerned with the prediction of group member performance following pretreatment assessment of these two variables. (Author)

Positive feedback was more desirable and impactful than negative feedback. There was no difference in credibility ratings. The only significant difference found in relation to the self-concept variable was a more favorable desirability rating for negative feedback by high-level self-concept subjects. (Author)

Techniques for achieving control of and producing results from task-oriented meetings with peers are discussed, including acquiring a perceived mandate, structuring attendance, and developing a working, narrative agenda. A productivity matrix correlates meeting activities with appropriate group leadership behaviors. (SK)

Presents a model of organized advisory councils containing three components: structural knowledge, programing skills, and group process skills. This framework can be used to train advisory council members and improve the effectiveness of extension programs. (SK)

Suggests that four social processes protect against alcoholism in American Jews: (1) association of alcohol abuse with non-Jews; (2) integration of moderate drinking norms, practices, and symbolism during childhood through religious and secular ritual; (3) restriction of adult relationships to other moderate drinkers; and (4) techniques to avoid…

Examines the relationship between newspaper groups and their member papers. Shows how the introduction of a group-owned wire service encourages member newspapers to print certain news stories, how profit goals established by groups change the publisher's role, and how management techniques affect newsroom personnel. (RL)

Findings indicate that interpersonal compatibility in work groups and its relationship to goal achievement is not a unidimensional or unidirectional phenomenon. Rather, compatibility appears inextricably related to other aspects of group problem solving, including the methodology of decision making. (Author/IRT)

Described a nonsexist group-counseling intervention program of structured small-group sessions using experiential and didactic activities. Evaluation was conducted with eighth-grade girls. A modified version of the Bem Sex-Role Inventory measured their movement toward androgyny. This format seemed appropriate for middle-school age sex-role…

Tests were conducted to determine if domestic chicks would respond to multiple social separations with the cumulative disruption of social development seen in other species. (Author/SS)

A means of reducing teacher anxiety is explored. Administrative policy geared toward a warm and friendly atmosphere that fosters group supportiveness is recommended. (JC)

Developing contact with faculty who have not been involved in instructional development, and the task of the developer in this process, are discussed. Five major outcomes that indicate successful instructional development are outlined: project completion, group dynamics, additional instructional development projects, formal evaluations of…