Fourteen preschool children with mild to moderate disabilities were immersed in a literature-rich environment with multiple daily readings by adults of a small number of familiar and predictable books and structured techniques to encourage children to interact independently with books. The study indicated that subjects were able to demonstrate…

Describes how community colleges work to develop the self-confidence of their students. Explains how low confidence is detected and how confidence is built in the community college setting. The value of experiential education is discussed, as are classroom programs to build self-confidence. A sidebar suggests number of useful approaches to…

A fourth grade teacher examines the ever-changing and developing student teacher relationship. As students move on each year, past teachers still feel some degree of responsibility, and students learn about changing relationships. (SM)

Examined several issues regarding the usefulness of student development theory to professionals and senior level paraprofessionals (n=44) in residence halls. Results suggest that student development theory is used in residence life but raises questions about whether the use of such theory is influenced by organizational norms or is a function of…

The educational needs of gifted children are discussed in the context of the educational program at the Mirman School in Los Angeles (California). (DB)

The introduction to this journal issue on gender equity and the special needs of gifted males examines the role of choice for gifted young people and the significant adults in their lives noting factors that affect choice, social and emotional well-being, achievement and career choice, and breaking free of past patterns. (DB)

Contends that female student beginning to assume homosexual identity may be outside lesbian population on her campus and may turn to heterosexual faculty member or administrator as her confidant. Addresses issues and suggestions for administrator in this helping relationship. Focuses on stages of coming out and the coming out process. (Author/NB)

Used developmental approach to examine relationship between parental marital status and identity and emotional autonomy in 388 college students. Confidence and Sexual Identity scores revealed that students whose parents were divorced had higher scores than students from intact families. There were not differences in the autonomy scores. (Author)

Investigated relationship between developmental task achievement and commitment to and participation in three life roles: student, leisurite, and worker. Findings from 173 college students revealed that participation in roles of student and worker significantly predicted scores on Student Developmental Task and Lifestyle Inventory. (Author/NB)

Qualitative analyses of weekly journal entries and final examination essays of college peer tutors (n=29) showed that students who benefited most from experience of tutoring expressed more understanding of interpersonal dimension of tutoring, seemed to be more flexible problem solvers, and expressed more satisfaction about resolving conflicts than…

Samples college students (N=440) to assess the impact of parental divorce and family functioning on their development. Results indicate that parental divorce and family functioning have unique effects on key developmental tasks associated with a college-age population. Discusses an intergenerational family-systems approach. (Author/MKA)

Discusses youth theater in India, especially the programs for children in slum colonies and schools, as well as those for elitist children. Describes a "caravan" of 100-200 artists, educators, children, and book vendors who encourage young people to ask questions and read books. Includes an account of teacher workshops and an informal…

The proposed "classroom" approach identifies the school counselor as a primary participant in students' overall development. This model enhances students' mental and emotional well-being by providing a preventive/developmental context, normalizing developmental struggles, increasing awareness of self and others, encouraging appreciation of…

To measure self-protective behavior on dates, the Dating Self-Protection Against Rape Scale (DSPARS) was developed. The relationship among previous sexual victimization, self-perceived risk for sexual assault, rape awareness education, gender of dating partner, and DSPARS scores was assessed among 152 college students. Results, implications, and…

Colleges and universities are responsible for providing a safe environment for members of the campus community. This article describes problems that can arise in dealing with nonstudents who potentially create safety problems on campus. (Author)