Research and theory suggest that college students' motivation to learn is related to their epistemological beliefs. Faculty can promote student motivation by designing learning activities that facilitate student development of more sophisticated epistemological beliefs. Faculty developers can assist in this by giving special attention to the…

Researchers surveyed 151 chief student-affairs officers to determine their perceptions of the most important skills and competencies that should be possessed by new doctoral graduates aspiring to midmanagement student-affairs positions. Four skill areas were identified as most important, and two skills were identified as least essential.…

A study of 230 undergraduates at California State University Monterey Bay enrolled in a required service-learning course found that students were stronger advocates of community service after completing the course, became personally and emotionally engaged, learned about their positions of privilege in society, and recognized the assumptions that…

Reports on the findings of a study of drug and alcohol use among adolescents (N=779) who attended middle schools in a large urban city in the southwest United States. Examines the relationships between substance use, social support, and a variety of other psychosocial factors. Discusses implications of those relationships for human service…

Standards-based reform is about setting standards and measuring attainment in criterion-referenced ways. Assessments should measure and monitor students' current achievement and progress over time. As Massachusetts testing deficiencies illustrate, assessments must stress longitudinal over cross-sectional designs, valued performances, developmental…

Presents results of focus group interviews conducted with 22 Asian American students at a large Midwestern state university to explore issues related to their experiences inside and outside the classroom, their relationships with instructors and students, the effect of their identity on teaching and learning, learning style preferences, and their…

This paper addresses information technology's potential to change the nature of the commuter student experience. Drawing on research on distance learning, community colleges, and adult student development, it offers suggestions for using technology to create academic community and to foster student learning outside the curriculum, and also…

Asserts that Catholic schools throughout America continue to make remarkable contributions to our nation's intellectual and moral growth. Highlights the impressive results of Catholic schools in teaching, student learning, graduation rates and retention, moral development, and the alleviation of resources for public schools. Presents the text of a…

Believes that social studies teachers should encourage young people to learn about Canadian heroes but simultaneously assist them in developing skepticism as opposed to only idealizing heroes. Explains that when students understand the qualities of heroes they will be able to cope when someone they hold as a hero falters. (CMK)

Examined the academic and social integration experiences of English and Irish first-year preservice teachers. Survey data indicated that students in both countries were committed to their courses, satisfied with their choice of courses, and planning to continue the next year. They had high academic aspirations. English students appeared better…

Describes the activities and benefits of Positive Peer Groups (PPG), a Cleveland-based diocese program involving 40 schools. Designed for students with behavioral or academic problems, it focuses on school service projects that teach students to develop and implement valuable social skills. Describes the positive social and academic effects PPG…

Ways in which community college student development programs can focus on student learning include using more academically focused language; having a student development plan and remaining on the profession's cutting edge; constant reevaluation of models of student success; finding alternatives to traditional models in delivery of student…

Students' (N=113) preferences concerning systems of juvenile justice were compared using gender and class standing as independent variables. Findings are related to three theories and attendant research in moral development; they have practical implications for student development and campus judicial practice. (Author/EMK)

Addresses the importance of bringing "brain compatible teaching" to the classroom. Suggests a model to develop critical-thinking processes of students to help them deal with a diverse and technologically advanced society. (PA)

Describes numerous changes in the educational environment brought about by technology. Asserts a need for students, faculty, and staff to engage in continuous learning through collaboration; improved access to digital resources; a change in the way information technology is used; and a connection among the community of scholars. (24 citations)…