The authors describe a systematic process for prerequisite course evaluation in a baccalaureate nursing program. A task force involved faculty and students in determining the usefulness of current prerequisites. Evaluation was in terms of consistency with program philosophy and relevance to nursing science course concepts. (Author/CT)

Describes individualized professional development activities for rural teachers based on plans developed from taking the Job Motivation Assessment Survey, analyzed by the program coordinator, and then set forth on a brief worksheet document for reference. (AH)

The Houston Plan for Excellence in Education aims to achieve quality in staffing and in education by recruiting and rewarding excellent staff, initiating a competency-based selection process for all school personnel, and providing renewal and professional growth opportunities. (SK)

Discusses general reasons why career patterns should be considered by library administrators, presents the findings of the Committee on the Status of Women in Librarianship (COSWL) study, and makes recommendations for library administrators concerning personnel policies as they are affected by an understanding of career variables. Included are 19…

Describes a method of improving teacher performance by making the instructor more aware of the consequences of his/her teaching. The system uses a Pet microcomputer with student response pads and an interface box to gather and summarize student reactions during ongoing instruction for comparison with a tape of the presentation. (JJD)

Evaluates mandatory continuing education in social work and suggests alternatives for ensuring continued competence. Current programs under development show a trend toward real-life practice simulations instead of paper and pencil tests. Continuing education will be the result of self-motivation instead of simply meeting a requirement. (Author/JAC)

Attention needs to be given to the developmental psycho-social needs of young adult learners, as they impact development of professional identity. Suggests a modification of traditional curriculum to include experiential growth groups to help accomplish this purpose. (Author/RC)

Two surveys on administrator evaluation practices at Ohio University and other institutions are reported, focusing on faculty and administrator perceptions of the processes. Significant gaps were found between the systems' objectives and perceptions of them. A need is seen for greater clarity of expectations, measurement methods, and use of…

College and university teacher education programs confronted with declining enrollments and budgetary restrictions, should consider the strategies of refocusing, renewing, or reducing to maintain quality programs, including redirection of program foci and faculty activities, faculty retraining, and elimination of marginal programs. (Author/RC)

Addresses graduate students who are about to select a mentor, offers advice in selecting a mentor, and discusses responsibilities of both mentor and graduate student by focusing on three stages in the professional development of the young scientist. (JN)

Numerous studies on the education of teachers indicate that, as students advance educationally, their attitudes and beliefs tend to become increasingly liberal and progressive. However, the impact of the college education is "washed out" by the teaching experience. (JN)

Beginning teachers often experience "transition shock," a paradoxical situation in which they do not know how to apply theories they learned to classroom situations. A case is described showing a young teacher's dilemma regarding disciplinary actions to be taken with a student. (JN)

A survey of job listings in two library journals indicates that post-MLS educational requirements for academic librarians and administrators rose between 1976 and 1979, but have since declined. Educational differences between director and nondirector positions and between college and university positions were also revealed. Statistical data and…

A staff development program for administrators focuses on three areas, each having its own workshop: (1) leadership styles; (2) organizational climate; and (3) analyzing feedback from the evaluations. (CJ)

A modified management by objectives process holds great potential for implementing a participatory approach to management in educational institutions. Such a procedure recognized the expertise of a professional staff and facilitates growth in individuals and in the total organization. (Author/CM)