Presents a descriptive study of deans responsible for teaching sociology in community colleges, four-year colleges, and universities. The relationship between institutional characteristics and occupational experiences, such as decision making, supervisory characteristics, and teaching, is examined. (SR)

Mothers receiving money for child support were found to be in the labor force more often than those not awarded such support. Women who received alimony were also more likely to work than those who did not receive such payments. (CT)

Describes a corner restaurant and store in Worcester, Massachusetts, where high school students staff and help supervise. (JOW)

Denmark's informal residential schools provide practical work experiences in humanistic, innovative settings. (Author)

Examines the relationship between occupational mobility and career advancement among male and female librarians, and indicates that neither frequency of job changes nor the motivations that prompt them can be responsible for the position and salary gap between the sexes. (FM)

The argument most often noted from the Panel on Youth Report is that essential to the transition-to-adulthood period is a youth's participation in work and other nonschool contexts. This article summarizes the criticisms of the suggestion that this youth participation should be fostered institutionally. (Author/RC)

Describes the project students at the university are involved in which provides an opportunity for a "real world" situation by writing and producing for commercial television and radio news shows.

National Longitudinal Survey of Youth data from 1979-92 revealed only modest evidence linking early job stability to better labor market outcomes. Those outcomes for adults in their late 20s to mid-30s appeared unrelated to early labor market experiences. The data did not support "job churning." (SK)

An in-house business studies degree program for managers in the British automotive industry had 18 initial participants. Although achievement was high, there were concerns that participants did not recognize the value of work-based learning for fostering independent judgment and critical self-awareness. (SK)

Illustrative case studies are used to provide suggestions for assisting with the occupational concerns of women from low socioeconomic backgrounds who have erratic work histories. Counseling and assessment strategies that are meaningful and realistic are emphasized. (SK)

Reviews a Japanese study linking practical experience for entrepreneurship students to business start-up. Describes a Danish endeavor to revitalize entrepreneurial culture through educational and industrial development programs. (SK)

Usable data from 304 of 1,495 associate degree nursing graduates showed that self-actualization was positively and significantly related to professional attitudes, values, and behaviors. Length and intensity of work experience were only slightly related. The need to reevaluate the induction model of professional socialization was suggested.…

A study of 175 job seekers aged 18-60 indicated that years of work experience were not related to the importance placed on person-organization fit. Having experienced poor fit made it more important to future job searches. Desire for personal control was positively related to the importance of fit. Both situational and dispositional factors…

Responses from 276 of 1,128 faculty at Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business-accredited schools indicated that 231 were certified; only 96 served in professional associations; large numbers received financial support for professional activities, but only small numbers felt involvement or relevant experience (which are required for…

Career narratives can help counselors understand clients' work experience and future plans. They include the landscape of action (actual events) and consciousness (perceptions). Clients' subjective understanding of their career story is a pivotal consideration. (SK)