Provides a model of how hypnosis might be integrated into existing college counseling center programs. Describes a six-session skill building self-hypnosis group. (RC)

Tests the applicability of Ausubel's theory to the meaningful learning of intellectual skills. Results of three studies of high school students indicate that advance organizers enhance learning of skills related to solubility product problems. This effect was removed if prior teaching in relevant background knowledge was included. (Author/WB)

If teachers of elementary physical education are to operate within the child-orientation of the elementary school, they must have a sound understanding of the development of elementary school-age children. A description is given of a teacher education program that prepares students to teach physical education and elementary education. (JN)

Describes a project aimed at promoting the adjustment of Indochinese refugees to life in America. Chief goals of the project include needs assessment of refugees and sponsors, a national conference, collection of resettlement material, compilation of a guidebook of everyday skills, and dissemination of project materials. (CT)

Evaluated an experimental volunteer summer program designed to increase the success rate of conditionally accepted college students. Collected information about student characteristics and aspirations and follow-up data regarding retention and academic success of student participants. Results indicated increased student understanding of goals and…

Describes a model which combines peer counseling principles for use with computer-assisted career counseling program. This student orientated model outlines a two-phase training program and provides practical guidelines for implementation. The student peer counselors are trained in communication skills, values clarification and decision making.…

The need to manage resources effectively and the high turnover rate of administrators have prompted several universities to implement academic leadership training programs. Leadership training techniques include the development of problem-solving and decision making skills, communication and interpersonal skills, and conflict resolution, resource…

A review of scientific studies of remedial training programs indicates a need for advance planning. Suggested requirements for administration of a successful program include: determining training needs and objectives, design and implementation of training programs, and evaluation of training effectiveness. Most existing evaluations suffer from…

Examined specifically how teacher behaviors influence the effectiveness of a social development program entitled Project AWARE. For intermediate and primary grades, those teachers who received the highest skill ratings also tended to report positive changes in their students' behavior. (Author)

The philosophical misconception which seems to underlie permissive educational thought is that, to have opportunity for free individual development, one must have been exposed to no teaching and have learned no techniques. But, in reality, individual development cannot be accomplished until disciplined structures of thought and action are learned.…

A sequence of seven graphing activities is suggested for developing both prenumeration and numeration concepts and skills. (MP)

New approaches to teaching aerobic life-styles in secondary schools are suggested, focusing on three components: (1) the psychological benefits of aerobic activity; (2) alternative aerobic programs at nonschool locations; and (3) the development of an aerobics curriculum to help maintain an active life-style after graduation. (JN)

As women engage more actively in sports, they develop skills necessary for successful achievements in other areas of life. Areas of concern to women participating in sports are: (1) sport boundaries; (2) sex-specific sport behavior; (3) definition and designation of sport roles; (4) recognition of injustice; and (5) resistance to exploitation. (JN)

Argues that concepts of literacy develop gradually and that in a natural language environment, saturated with good stories, meaningful conversation, and abundant writing materials, the process can begin even before a child goes to school. (FL)

Discusses techniques for changing applied learning strategies research from the status of temporary research project to that of a permanent part of the classroom or learning center. Eight references are listed. (LLS)