Presents data showing that progress for women in journalism education has been minimal, but points to a few encouraging signs of progress. (AEA)

Reports results of a survey on what practicing communication specialists do as well as what they perceive to be important skills for future communication specialists. Respondents' job descriptions indicate two types of communication specialists: journalists and trainers. Implications for academic preparation for each are included. (JMF)

Seventy-four potential employers of mentally retarded persons were surveyed regarding their concerns in hiring the mentally retarded. Results revealed that most businesses did not employ the mentally retarded. The majority indicated they had jobs appropriate for the retarded and were willing to hire members of this group. (Author)

A national survey of psychologists in medical schools was conducted. In this article, the results are compared with those of two earlier studies. The increase in professional time devoted to research is noted. Data regarding salaries, minorities, individual freedom, and other variables are also presented. (RLV)

Summarizes a study based on a questionnaire addressed to chemists employed in industry to determine the types of duties performed by individuals with the master's degree as their highest degree. Surveyed were their perceptions of the adequacy of their training, and the need or value of the degree in their career. (MLH)

Surveys 277 Muslim immigrants. Finds that (1) most were more inclined to retain their original national culture for their private and/or social lives than to adopt the U.S. national culture; but (2) most accepted U.S. organizational culture. Relates acculturation to years lived in the United States, collectivism, religious practices, gender, and…

Focuses on the implications of identity in the construction of classroom culture. Finds that teacher/researchers usually center attention on the students in the room, with the teacher being peripheral. Uses an informal survey to help examine participants' institutions for racial, gender, and class differences. (PA)

Surveys recent graduates of a degree program in professional and technical communication to identify their current employment, attitudes toward their academic preparation, and professional courses they found most helpful. Describes history and curriculum of Rochester Institute of Technology's 11-year program, its liberal arts core, and its…

Focuses upon one aspect of legal preparation where effective communication skills are crucial, trial advocacy. Queries 30 practicing attorneys about the role of communication in the everyday conduct of trial procedures. Finds strong support for the study of communication as preparation for a legal career. (PA)

Presents results of a survey of 164 newspaper editors regarding which skills they believe are crucial for entry-level copy editors to know, and in which areas they see the most deficiencies. Notes that the skills identified reflect the changing duties of the copy editor and the increasing complexities of the job. (SR)

In order to investigate interpersonal skills between librarians and engineering personnel, 140 surveys were distributed to engineering special librarians. Responses were used to evaluate interaction and potential communication barriers. Results indicated that library awareness problems and communication difficulties can be overcome through…

Questionnaire was submitted to 1,145 Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs) in Michigan with 67% response rate. Found majority of LPCs waiting to use license at later date, 59% were women, and most undergraduate degrees were in education or the social sciences. Very few LPCs have requested reimbursement, reporting difficulty receiving third-party…

Reports on a 1991 survey which gathered employment information from 422 members of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology. Data presented include demographic information, length of employment, job titles, employment settings, level of education, salaries, and funding sources. Salaries are compared with 1986 and 1989 surveys…

A study explored how 432 visual impairment professionals learned of the field and why they entered it. Newer teachers were more likely to identify professional contact as the way they first learned about the field. The desire to help others was the major factor motivating entrance to the field. (Contains nine references.) (CR)

This article addresses the question of the strategies and responsibilities of employers and employees with regard to the investment of time into learning. It is based on the findings of a study of medium-sized businesses in Thuringen 2002/2003. Employees and human resources (HR) personnel from thirteen companies were surveyed about general and…