Occasionally novice evaluators of educational products do not recognize the full scope of their jobs and may feel that there isn't much to do because a product prototype won't be ready for some time. This brief dialogue attempts to illustrate that there are many things an evaluator can do before he or she sees a product--perhaps even too much.…

Analysis of an informal subculture among school principals reveals the existence of norms and beliefs that may help them function in their jobs. Researchers interviewed all 28 principals in a medium-sized suburban Ohio school district to investigate their informal communications with each other. The norms identified forbid principals to be…

Cooperative arrangements between search service vendors, database producers, and teachers of online searching would recognize the needs of the latter while benefiting each group. A representative of an official organization of faculty specializing in teaching online searching, would speak for the group in discussions with search services, database…

The author suggests a cooperative model for school counselors and family physicians, since the unique capabilities of each profession, and the perspective of them held by parents and teachers, provide a basis for effectively influencing the well-being of the child. (ED/MJB)

This article deals with the process and specifics of a teacher-to-teacher confrontation suggesting that Dr. Thomas Gordon's six conflict solution steps might be useful when teachers find themselves in such circumstances. (Author)

A systematic, interprofessional, self-directed approach is described, along with the format followed in assessing educational needs, evaluating resources, and initiating appropriate and necessary programs. The model appears to meet most educational needs, both individually and collectively, at the community hospital level. (Editor/LBH)

This model allows competency statements to be categorized on the basis of a pharmacist's interaction with various persons and organizations, including physicians, patients, nurses, the pharmacy, and the community. (LBH)

Higher education leaders enjoy only limited influence in their state capitals, according to a report from the Center for Policy Studies in Education at George Mason University. A survey of 35 governors is discussed. (MLW)

Discusses the historical backgrounds of and differences between the library and archival professions, common problems linking the two professions today, and the feasibility of a common education stressing information science as the basis of the two professions. (CLB)

The article describes the role of the adaptive equipment professional as a team member in the comprehensive clinical evaluation of a disabled child's need for adaptive equipment. These individuals represent companies that sell wheelchairs, seating systems, and other adaptive products. Issues such as maintenance and repair of equipment are also…

Regardless of the size of a constituency or development office staff, a prompt and personal thank-you letter for every college donor gift is a must. This ritual is as crucial to a successful development program as any other step in the fund-raising process. (MLW)

The Dayton (Ohio) City School District initiated a very successful pilot induction program for entry-year administrators in January 1987. Nine special workshops were planned to train both volunteer mentors and entry-year administrators in such areas as personal development, conflict management, problem identification and solution, time management,…

The author cites reasons for having academic teachers on advisory committees: strengthens the link between academic and vocational courses and links the hands-on aspect of vocational education to academic skills. The author suggests ways to help select academic teachers for vocational advisory committees and to involve these teachers in vocational…

Five major sources of construction disputes between architects and school clients are (1) errors, defects, or omissions in the contract documents; (2) cost-related problems; (3) changed conditions; (4) consumer reaction; and (5) interpersonal relationships. A clear understanding of each party's role is necessary to eliminate these conflicts. (MLF)