The background, origins, functions, and recommendations of the American Association of Dental Schools' task force investigating improvement of access to dental hygiene training programs and of curriculum and program design are presented. (MSE)

Discusses the need to encourage increasing numbers of persons to enter analytical chemistry, educate them thoroughly in basic chemical science, and expose them to the most modern methods and instrumentation. Examines some problems and several university's efforts to overcome them. (MVL)

A survey of prospective teachers preparing for elementary education careers investigated their perceptions of education reform as it relates to financial issues. Some of the following topics were addressed: (1) salary issues; (2) adjustments in the length of instructional time; (3) merit pay; and (4) pay for special assignments. Respondents were…

This study investigated teacher involvement in decision making in the Victoria (Australia) government school system. Data analysis found teacher involvement to be associated with gender, seniority and organizational responsibility, age and teaching experience, affiliation with the teachers' association, the influence of the principal, professional…

A study investigated the effectiveness of using the Pharmacist's Work-up of Drug Therapy (PWDT) in teaching 91 pharmacy students in a clinical clerkship program to identify and solve drug-related problems. Because the instructional technique was recently implemented, the study looked at effects of 3 different quantities of training (0, 1, and 3…

Reviews of three recent Scottish teacher education texts analyze the political and pedagogical philosophies of teacher education presented in each. A commonality among the texts is a portrayal of the teacher as a "hero" fighting for emancipation, empowerment, and transformation. Also discussed are each narrative's views of the past,…

Asserts that, even though the Cold War has ended, the prospects for military conflict are still present. Maintains that one way the Army prepares officers for today's global uncertainties is by weaving a historical thread through its formal and informal professional training system. (CFR)

A mobile eye care service is offered to homebound elderly residents of New York City (New York) by the State University of New York's College of Optometry. Fourth-year students are required to participate, learning techniques with hand-held equipment to examine a population with a high rate of ocular disease who might otherwise not receive…

An undergraduate track in retail pharmacy management was designed to prepare students better for everyday needs in community pharmacy. Multiple teaching approaches were used. Student response has been positive and enrollment has increased substantially. Graduate recommendations for course improvement are minimal. Course descriptions are appended.…

Examined attitudes toward career and family roles among 97 home day-care providers, employed mothers, and mothers at home, all of whom had young children. Home day-care providers indicated highest agreement with statements describing the rewards of the occupational role, whereas employed mothers gave the lowest agreement ratings for items on the…

A psychopedagogical approach to teaching and learning can critically affect teachers' work. The paper discusses elements that influence realization of such potential, examining "Quality Teaching: A Sample of Cases" and noting concerns about its attempt to link psychopedagogy and quality. The need for a new metaphysics of quality is…

This article argues that college and university personnel in technical positions may be a good source of potential managers, provided the institution creates opportunities and development processes to support the transition. Crucial factors include employee career motivations, institutional support, and existence of and training in management…

Shares some lessons learned from performance-based assessment in the health professions, using four performance-based assessment methods as examples: (1) written clinical simulations (patient-management problems); (2) computer-based clinical simulations; (3) oral examinations; and (4) standardized patients (live simulations). (SLD)

John Goodlad, professor of education and director of the Center for Educational Renewal at the University of Washington, discusses needed changes in teacher education including involving teachers in schools of arts and sciences, schools of education, and school districts. Includes 19 postulates addressing the simultaneous renewal of schools and…

Gives an overview of a comprehensive career education program that provides the basic elements of personal career development to an entire school population. Activities, which are presented developmentally by grade level, offer students the opportunity to take control of their personal development at all grade levels. Career goals are discussed.…