OVER 400 16MM SOUND FILMS FOR USE IN HELPING STUDENTS RELATE THEIR OWN INTERESTS AND ABILITIES TO EDUCATIONAL AND VOCATIONAL PLANNING ARE LISTED ALPHABETICALLY UNDER THE TOPICS--PERSONAL AND SOCIAL ADJUSTMENT, ADOLESCENCE, COUNSELOR EDUCATION, ETIQUETTE, EXCEPTIONAL CHILD, FAMILY LIFE, EDUCATIONAL GUIDANCE, PERSONAL GUIDANCE, VOCATIONAL GUIDANCE,…

A description of a program which uses computer technology to provide support, information, diagnostic, instructional and therapeutic services to the school's guidance and counseling program." (Author/AK)

Presents capsule overviews of various counseling procedures used in counseling technically-oriented students as determined by a special survey conducted by Bell and Howell Schools. (GR)

Describes a tool designed to help estimate the knowledge of broadcasting that beginning graduate students bring to a program. (AA)

In 2000, the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) launched the programme "Learning Regions--Providing Support for Networks'" in cooperation with the Lander. It was co-financed by the European Social Fund (ESF). Some 90 regions were selected and financially supported. After one year, 71 regions continued to build-up…

This study investigated relationships among measures of perfectionism, academic self-concept, and academic achievement in fourth and fifth grade children from selective primary schools in Hong Kong where admission involves strict assessment of students' aptitude and potential. Based on their overall academic performance 331 students were…

The author argues for English schools to develop a common five-year secondary curriculum for all their pupils, insisting that, under the current "optional" system, pupil freedom of program choice is in fact illusory, especially for lower ability students. (Editor/SJL)

This study draws on data from descriptive case studies of 15 high schools, three in each of five states. The findings highlight constraints in the availability of college counseling, differences in the availability of college counseling across schools, and the influence of schools, districts, higher education institutions, and states on the…

A counselor's academic guidance is critical because student stress levels are high due to increased levels of expectations that they perform at their best (Campbell & Dahir, 1997; Gysbers & Henderson, 2000). In the last decade, education reform has moved towards more standards-driven curriculum/a, basic skills acquisition, and…

In this study, the author sought to validate the effectiveness of a multivariate career and educational counseling intervention model through long-term follow-up of clients seen in private practice. Effectiveness was measured by clients' commitment to and enjoyment of their chosen career paths and the relationship of these factors to adherence to…

Pima County's (Arizona) Domestic Violence Diversion Program (DVDP) provides assessment and monitoring services, counseling and education, and support services to defendants in cases of domestic violence in lieu of prosecution and sentencing. After a defendant is arrested for domestic violence, the DVDP assessment is scheduled within 72 hours of…

That an athletic career is currently a glamor one almost goes without saying. Given the national infatuation with sports and the publicity, praise, and money paid athletes, it is a rare teenager who, if given the opportunity, would not opt for a games-playing job no matter what his other talents and prospects. (Author)

Assumption of responsibility for one's own behavior is not something that occurs automatically in group counseling. The group counselor must be able to facilitate the kind of climate which not only allows but encourages group members to become involved in the process of determining what they will contribute. (Author)

Present literature of adult education appears to be negating learners' responsibility in making decisions in the curriculum development process and gives little attention to procedures for securing active involvement. There seems to be a need for bringing "guided learning" to the attention of those working in the field of adult education. The…