Site visits for prospective principals raise serious problems. Members of school-based selection panel receive minimal training and can disrupt atmosphere of candidate's school. Confidentiality in job search wanes. A better way to hire building administrators is to employ consultants to help with search. After settling on one or more candidates,…

Over several decades, the field of higher education law has evolved from an informal "interest" to a complex and sophisticated legal specialty. Specific trouble spots for college and university attorneys can be anticipated, with written policies establishing channels of communication concerning conflict resolution, who can seek legal advice, and…

Nearly 30 percent of schools lack technology specialists or coordinators. The market is very competitive. Hiring a qualified technology specialist involves four major steps: developing a job description, setting a salary schedule, conducting interviews, and selecting a candidate. Obtaining the "best fit" for a district is important. (MLH)

When a practicing school business official teaches a college course, students can learn much about the real world of schools. Part-time or adjunct teaching at a college or university provides the official with a chance to refresh and extend his or her knowledge in the field. Offers suggestions for getting started, what to expect, and tips for…

Looks at the problems facing trade and industrial education and suggests ways to solve them: teaching foundation skills more, specific trade skills less; revamping programs; keeping up to date; coordinating with other groups; clarifying educational philosophy; and being honest with students about the job market. (JOW)

Includes "Quick Start CNC (computer numerical control) with a Vacuum Filter and Laminated Plastic" (Domermuth); "School and Industry Cooperate for Mutual Benefit" (Buckler); and "CAD (computer-assisted drafting) Careers--What Professionals Have to Say" (Skinner). (JOW)

Academic advisors can use materials produced by the American College Testing Program to help undecided advisees explore career options. Materials include the College Report, World-of-Work Map, lists of career families, posters, and other resources, and they can be used in conjunction with sources like the Occupational Outlook Handbook to assist in…

Results of a study of 219 graduating college students suggest that self-exploration has little impact on job search behavior; environmental exploration is associated with job search intensity; and the level of job search intensity had the most direct impact on initial compensation in a job. (Contains 35 references.) (SK)

Describes an evaluation that provided data regarding the roles of school library media specialists and whether they align with guidelines in "Information Power". Reviewed job descriptions via a listserv; compiled a list of performance responsibilities to develop a model job description; and concluded that a leadership role needs to be…

Describes economic, social, and educational trends and policy directions related to lifelong learning. Examines research on student satisfaction with educational and career guidance in Australian vocational education and training. Highlights the need for better career information, advice, and guidance to assist people of all ages with lifelong…

These employment projections provide information about trends to aid decision makers in such areas as career counseling, planning for training and education, and policymaking. Charts show total employment, employment projections by occupation and industry, projected changes in gross domestic product, and growth and composition of the labor force.…

Content analysis of responses from 3,846 Australian Year 12 students identified people as the most useful information source on post-high school options, followed by publications and personal research. Some differences were found for those non planning postsecondary education. More than half named guidance officers as useful; parents were the…

Librarians are the ultimate knowledge managers. Everyone knows that. After all, haven't they been the custodians of documented knowledge for centuries? Who could possibly do it better than them? Well, then why aren't people knocking down their doors, begging them to be the knowledge managers of the organisation? Are they just ignorant of how…

In the day-to-day operation of a library media center, service is the most important job. A library media specialist is employed to be of service to your students, teachers, administrators, and parents, but according to "Information Power: Building Partnerships for Learning," prepared by the American Association of School Librarians, the school…

Being a literacy coach is demanding and can meet with resistance and challenge when a clear understanding of the job's purpose, approach, and need for ongoing support are not clearly defined and understood by all parties. Ideally, a literacy coach listens and observes, then asks just the right questions to help a classroom teacher or inexperienced…