The major focus of this investigation was to examine the impact of a six-week occupational unit on upper elementary school children's knowledge and attitudes toward occupations. The study also investigated the relationship between children's occupational knowledge and their attitudes toward occupations. One-hundred and forty-eight inner-city…

Designed to acquaint both students and experienced graduates with services, sources of information, and organizations that can supply guidance in selecting, obtaining, and changing careers. Various directories listed under "General Information" include the names of organizations that employ chemists and chemical engineers. (CW)

Educational innovations in France concerning the priority areas of education, the objectives of the college, procedures for pupil guidance, and the second long cycle are described. (RM)

Although school counselors can be key figures in the advancement of Career and Technical Education (CTE), in some cases school counselors are not advocates for CTE. Research has shown that some school counselors and parents have negative images of CTE and push for academic education instead of the CTE that could be a viable choice for all…

This document describes collaborative strategies used by one school guidance department that allow counselors to complete their designated work without extending their school day. One strategy involves pairing mentors with first-year counselors to help answer their questions. Another uses retired counselors as "substitutes" when regular…

The Upward Bound program seeks to promote high school completion and college attendance of high school students who come from low-income families or have parents who did not complete college. Specifically, Upward Bound projects provide academic instruction, career planning, and college application services, during the regular school year and…

There has been much discussion about the role and nature of counseling and guidance in the schools. Thus, this book aims to help teachers and others working in and with schools by exploring the development of counseling and guidance in one school situation. The text incorporates the comments of students, teachers, administrators, and parents…

As the guidance and counseling profession moves through the 1980s, diversity and contradictions within the profession endanger any major sense of mission. Discusses a number of separate, distinct movements that have marked the history of guidance in American education and a corresponding number of unique movements within counseling. (RC)

In 10 articles presents a variety of guidance and counseling programs providing models for career education and community resources; support groups; work preparation for women; scheduling and computers; personalized tutoring; the counselor role and the adult student; career clubs; and program evaluation. (RC)

Proposes that administrators, teachers, and counselors, do not always agree on what are appropriate counselor functions. Suggests a psychoeducation model of counseling needs to be adopted in Canada. Encourages counselors to accept school guidance as an educational process. (RC)

Children with HIV may develop a range of neuropsychological abnormalities associated with the direct effects of HIV on the central nervous system (CNS). Behavioral and social-emotional difficulties may also result from HIV infection. Those with HIV may experience learning problems and academic difficulties. Discusses neurological, cognitive,…

Describes how counselors and principals each view the school world differently and how together they can contribute to a fuller perspective of school life. Offers strategies for successful student learning. Counselors can strengthen their roles, enhance their counseling, and increase their effectiveness by understanding their principals' points of…

Defines seven characteristics that make a counselor indispensable to the schools of today and tomorrow: (1) humanness; (2) professionalism; (3) expertise as a program creator; (4) team player; (5) facilitator; (6) public relations expert; and (7) futurist. Counselors who work from a strong guidance program and who embody these characteristics are…

Examines the interface between the family and the school. Argues that school counselors have access to both family and school systems and thus are uniquely positioned to engage each component. Discusses triangulation and cautions counselors to maintain an outside position and not become triangled into the family system. (RJM)

Investigates the psychometric properties of 10 self-concept scales designed specifically for use in educational settings. Specific information on these scales should enable school counselors to make logical decisions when choosing a self-concept instrument for their clientele. Three tables provide synopses of the scales. (RJM)