Outlines the growing need for professional communicators with expertise in a broad range of communication skills, especially writing, knowledge of communication theory, the ability to bridge gaps between communication theory and practical application, and understanding of the business environment. Presents advice for obtaining these skills. (JMF)

After noting the need for compromise between the economic and psychological considerations relevant to public policy on mandatory or early retirement, the author suggests policy modifications that may be beneficial to individual workers and the total American society (e.g., artisan production as self-expression, social services as a second career,…

Review of programs initiated by various western countries in the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)--government-initiated public and private programs to cope with the youth unemployment problem. (JT)

A longitudinal study over a five-month period of changes in several jobs was conducted among 244 employees of a federal agency. Data were obtained on perceptions of job content and a number of job attitudes, and indicated a temporary positive influence of the changes in one set of jobs. (Author)

Job design or redesign (intended to create a more meaningful working environment that meets the needs of people as well as the organization) is discussed in terms of job rotation, work simplification, job enlargement, job enrichment, and other concepts relating to successfully redesigning other's jobs as part of effective management. (TA)

Success in obtaining tenure and promotion in the atmosphere of today's colleges is achieved by reaching a balance between publishing, research, community service, and competent performance in the classroom. (JD)

Counselor reports of the time and travel allocated to various activities were correlated with caseload statistics representing the rehabilitation outcomes of their clients. Increased effort devoted to placement and job development coincided with a decreased rate of cases closed as not rehabilitated. (Author)

Examines case studies of special public works programs in five countries (Burkina Faso, Burundi, Rwanda, Nepal, and United Republic of Tanzania) that included afforestation projects, anti-erosion works, and the building of reservoirs. Discusses program design, implementation, and impact. (CH)

The growth of computer use into all areas of academic institutions has broadened and complicated the computer operations manager's job and has brought institution-wide management responsibilities, requiring more professional development in managerial skills. (MSE)

A questionnaire was used to gather data from school psychologists, school superintendents, and state education departments. Results indicated school psychologists play a significant part in defining their role. Major resources of influence are delineated as defined by survey respondents. Intervention strategies for role modification are discussed.…

An analysis of 51 manufacturing and nonmanufacturing industries indicates a substantial variation among different types of businesses with respect to the type of workers hired. The analysis is extended to form a typology of industries that is useful to local development groups in formulating a strategy to employ groups of special concern.…

Accrual mobility occurs through evolved jobs in which an employee accrues responsibility beyond normal growth in the job and develops a new position. Individual, organizational, and environmental factors associated with evolved jobs are identified and the theoretical implications of accrual mobility for administrators are discussed. (Author/MLW)

Implementing a health and hygiene program in penal systems necessitates coordinating the entire staff. Health specialists could participate in facility planning and management, policy formation, and evaluation of medical care, housekeeping, and food services. They could also serve as liaisons between correctional staff and governmental or…

Briefly describes what has been learned from research, development, diffusion, and evaluation (RDEE) studies about educational research and research related manpower, especially vocational education personnel; also points out the need for renewed study of such personnel. (HD)

A study extended research on the Kentucky Principal Intern Program (KPIP) as it provides job-embedded development for new administrators through a 1-year mentoring and internship program. Subjects (N=97) were public school principals and assistant principals who were participating in KPIP in 1998-99. Survey research was used to collect data about…