The development of teacher evaluation systems that promote professional growth is discussed, based on studies in South Kitsap, North Haven, and Levittown of adult development and teacher evaluation and the professional experiences of D. L. Duke. "Decoupling" accountability from professional growth provides the best means of forwarding…

Explains how learning the benefits of doing classroom research during student teaching can give aspiring practitioners an opportunity to appreciate the benefits of classroom investigation and gain knowledge of research methods. Proposes that such investigations be undertaken as a collaborative venture between a student teacher and a cooperating…

A survey of 41 dental schools gathered information about the existence of comprehensive care clinics (CCC) in the schools, supervision and management, types of patient care provided, faculty characteristics, in-service programs, support staff, and student requirements and evaluation. Results suggest the CCC has become an important component of…

Describes a multicultural teacher education partnership between Heritage College (HC) and the Yakima School District in Washington State, allowing minority and/or bilingual school district paraprofessionals to earn their teaching degrees at HC. Graduates commit to teaching three years in district schools. Discusses funding sources and profiles…

Presents five key ingredients for successful instructional improvement initiatives in districtwide programs (leadership density, knowledge of the literature, sense of priorities and realistic perspective on available energies and resources, development of a framework for teaching, and a teacher evaluation system complementary to the improvement of…

This article stresses the need for recreational sports professionals to be cognizant of legal implications when leasing facility space to events organizers. Pertinent law is discussed, and facility managers are encouraged to develop usage policies and lease agreements responsive to laws governing the rental of school property for nonschool…

Presents a case study of pedagogical behavior and understanding using a sequence-analytical interpretative method. Reports a contradiction between semantic content and the actual interactive significance during pedagogical action. Hypothesizes that a professionalization deficit must be dealt with, taking into account the moral and personal efforts…

This special section includes 15 articles which examine trends in cooperative research, compare Japanese practices to see what the U.S. can learn from economic competition, and review an innovative trans-national continuing education effort in Europe. Several model programs involving companies, universities, and government agencies are discussed.…

Ways in which colleges and high schools can form partnerships and make the most of the benefits for both partners are discussed. The Coalition of Essential Schools, a school/college collaboration, is described. A collaboration at Brooklyn's Adelphi Academy is discussed. (MLW)

People are the most important resource in higher education, but allocation of resources and priorities do not reflect this reality. Individuals need developmental experiences that will prepare them for expanded roles. The major challenge is to make the workplace a place of leadership development as well as of continuous learning. (MLW)

The cycles of growth of the nursing profession depict subordination of nursing to hospital administration and medicine. Nursing is ready to move into an integrative, collaborative stage of development that places nurses directly responsible to patients, and this would facilitate nursing's response to clients' health concerns wherever they occur.…

Describes an institute held at Southwest Texas State University on the bicentennial of the U.S. Constitution for social studies teachers to enhance their professional preparation. Notes major activities and teaching strategies of the program. Provides quantitative and qualitative evaluations of the effectiveness of the institute and a schedule of…

Classroom action research provides preservice and inservice teachers with a valuable form of teacher-centered professional development. Results of a case study are related; action research was applied to the question of student cooperation in an elementary classroom. The research format includes four stages: plan, act, observe, reflect. (IAH)

Offers information for new professionals to get involved with funded efforts supported by a variety of agencies. Described are four sources of funds including government grants, private foundations, industry, and community collaboration. Suggestions for proposal writing and contacts for funding are listed. (YP)

A study of teachers and principals nominated in 1986 for the Wisconsin Teacher or Principal of the Year awards was made to identify factors which motivate teachers and principals to engage in continuing professional development and to examine the principal's role in supporting development on the part of teachers. (MT)