Data from a sample of 278 females, aged 7 to 13, were used to compare two methods of measuring maturation. The methods were self-assessment of secondary sex characteristics and prediction of adult height. Results are presented. (Author/MT)

Evaluated the relation between fetal activity and postnatal behavior and development by measuring the amount of fetal movement occurring in response to stimulation and the number of stimulus applications necessary for habituation. Preliminary evidence suggests that fetal rate of habituation predicts some aspects of infant behavior and development…

Videotape recordings were made of the kick and step movements of six infants seven months of age, while they were in supine and upright positions on a stationary and moving treadmill. When placed on a moving treadmill, infants performed alternating stepping movements with many characteristics of mature walking. Implications are discussed. (RH)

Vocational realism is discussed as it relates to women in our changing society. A distinction is made between status quo realism and self-actualizing realism. (Author/ABB)

Contends the task of men's studies is to recapture experiences of masculinity as specific male phenomena, rather than as assumed universal norms. Discusses how and why this new men's studies can augment a women's studies curriculum. (Author/BL)

Argues that linguistic communication allows the incorporation of individual, microsociological, and macrosociological levels of analysis into a general theory of action. (RH)

Defines life education groups as educational, time-limited groups focusing on family and personal growth issues. Discusses the conceptual framework of the groups, the value of structure, prevention and intervention, and responding to the needs of diverse groups. (JAC)

Indicates that human beings do not develop to the maturity of genuine adulthood. Adult educators must address the implications and consequences of assuming consensual collaboration to be the appropriate relationship for human beings. (JOW)

Productivity can be exciting and personally rewarding. Work habits can be changed to make the hours worked be more effective. (Author/MLF)

Motivational styles (with emphasis on incentives), value clarification, the process of valuing, value attribution, and incentive programs are discussed with relevance to youth leaders. It is noted that a planned program focusing on the development of personal value systems among youth is a major asset for any social group. (SH)

Theme: Understanding the sequence and variability in the individual development of self-care skills enables caregivers to encourage children to attempt activities while not expecting unrealistic accomplishments.

This doctoral research seeks to demonstrate the clinical utility of early memories by reviewing the current literature and providing a rationale for extending this research into the spiritual arena by highlighting the lack of available projective spiritual measures. Specific areas covered include an overview of early memory theory, technique and…

Teacher behavior and curriculum content and organizational schemes must be varied to meet a given youngster's learning needs. (HMD)

Article is composed of reminiscences of author's past educational and personal experiences. (RK)