It was found that anxiety decreased significantly during the course of the institute. No significant relationship was found between anxiety and empathy changes. It appears that such changes in trainees may be related to length of training. (Author)

Describes the university adult education work of the resident tutor's office in Jamaica, part of the Department of Extra-Mural Studies of the University of the West Indies. (Editor/RB)

Presents the results of a follow-up study of the academic year institutes (AYI) in science conducted at the University of Virginia between 1957 and 1967. Reports that with this sample the objective of the National Science Foundation's AYIs to improve the overall quality of science education was accomplished. Lists six specific conclusions drawn…

Four-way cooperation produced the statewide workshop on inservice education techniques which the Mississippi Nurse's Association felt was essential to enriching educational programs in community hospitals. (Author/RB)

The Summer School of Physical Education at Monteagle, Tennessee, was probably a major influence in the development of physical education programs in public schools of the South at the turn of the century. (JMF)

Outlines procedures and lists hints for planning successful workshops in aerospace education; included are possible locations, resources, orientation activities, brochures, speakers, and follow-up activities for various combinations of participants (parents, elementary school and secondary school teachers, vocational-technical oriented students,…

An interprofessional gerontology institute focused on effective health care teamwork, conflict resolution, a goal-oriented approach, and geriatric assessment. Evaluation by 25 first-year participants resulted in recommendations for targeted recruitment, integrated theory and practice, a strong institutional foundation, and practical techniques and…

The University of Central Florida and Orange County's school district and teacher association jointly sponsor an Institute for Professional Development, which provides teachers with assistance in many areas of professional development. Confidentiality creates an atmosphere in which teachers can discuss teaching problems without concern about how…

Pre-/posttest evaluation of a 2-week institute for 22 college psychology instructors showed that participants strengthened subject expertise and positive attitudes toward aging. They read more about aging and incorporated such content into their courses. (SK)

A leadership training institute emphasizing emotional competence has been conducted in 26 nursing education programs with clinical partners. Outcomes have included enhanced education-practice collaboration, professional networking, nurse educators and clinical partners acting as change agents, and integration of leadership experiences into the…