This article reviews values clarification theory and goes beyond its explicit doctrines to discuss shortcomings. (MT)

Generally, induction programs focus on the assessment of beginning teachers' skills rather than providing support and assistance. The author proposes a model program which encourages self-evaluation through reflection. (MT)

After a beginning teacher support system had been in place a year, 108 new teachers were asked their reactions to the mentoring program. They perceived the program to be effective. Suggestions for improvement are discussed. (MT)

The authors present their reactions to other articles on teacher induction in the same journal issue, and highlight the possibilities and problems of induction programs. (MT)

The functional interrelationships of action and solitude as applied to Nietzsche's ideal of the self-surpassing man are discussed. (DB)

Suggests a way to determine the orientation (philosophic perspective) of beginning public speaking texts." (Author)

Both beginning counselors and continuing counselors need to relate, help each other, and naturally strive to develop a better profession. Author suggests establishing series of three workshops to meet the needs of counselors in the field, and urges the extending of a helping hand to colleagues. (Author)

Refutes the practice of lumping" scientists and engineers into one group of professionals" and suggests the need for professional differentiation between the groups since their perceived roles are not basically the same. (Editor)

Studies the effectiveness of the value orientation of a reference group, member orientation, and member integration as predictors of participation. (LN)

A successful program for beginner employees at Chicago's Harris Bank. (EB)

Two experiments were conducted concerning the development of spatial orientation during the second year of life. Both experiments were focused on oriented search for a hidden target object in the absence of landmarks, which can be accomplished by relating one's movements to knowledge of a target's location. (Author/RH)

Suggests staging a "cookie hunt" around the school to familiarize new kindergartners with the building and the staff. (SJL)

A national survey reveals that physical education teachers desire coaching positions primarily because of an interest in athletics and a desire to work with young people. (LH)

Levels of hope, the pathways and agency components, were measured in 46 children and 1 of their parents. After 4 weeks of goal-oriented academic instruction, pretest-posttest results showed that children's Pathways scores increased. Parents' Hope scores were not correlated to their child's scores. Children's Agency scores were correlated to the…