Examined therapist variables related to outcome in structured, cognitive-behavioral group treatment for depression. Each of eight leaders conducted two consecutive psychoeducational treatment groups. Results indicated leaders differed significantly on behavioral and group-process measures, but differences in depression outcome between leaders did…

Narrates a principal's first full-day observation by her superintendent. Notes the lessons learned (to keep half of one's time unscheduled, get the unvarnished truth, and apply management techniques in one's own way) and describes the observation process, including the postobservation conference and a written summary by the person observed.…

Reviews the research dealing with women in leadership roles within groups of both sexes. Some research indicates a reluctance of women to assume leadership roles. Other findings indicate women are more likely to be strong leaders when the task solution is given. (LPG)

Reviews research on principal effectiveness and pronounces the results inconclusive except in revealing that principals have little effect on academic achievement, that personal characteristics are unrelated to success, and that a leadership style demonstrating high concern for both people and task is best. (Author/JM)

Analyzes the managerial behavior of five high school principals using Mintzberg's structured observation technique. (Author/WD)

The main finding of this investigation is that the effectiveness of the educational system could be increased through the provision of task-oriented leadership to schools having an unfavorable atmosphere. (Author/IRT)

Results of this study reflect changes in the T-group model suggested by authors in the literature. Trainers currently leading groups tend to differ in theoretical orientations. They appear to be running T-groups which frequently have a personal growth and individual orientation, although some still have a primarily group dynamics orientation.…

Analyzes Jimmy Carter's success in the 1976 presidential primaries in terms of his rhetorical style based on Max Weber's concept of charisma and Ernest Bormann's theory of fantasy and rhetorical vision. The combination of Carter's charismatic message and the country's social fantasies produced his election. (JMF)

An assessment of how Mahatma Gandhi and Mao Tse-tung were able to succeed as mass communicators without the use of modern means of communication. (PD)

The report most frequently heard in successful schools is that rules are carefully and openly developed, clearly announced, firmly enforced, and consistently applicable to everyone. (Author)

Discusses a variety of approaches to group work with children. A table identifying key elements is presented. To make the group a productive vehicle for helping children the counselor must use a leadership style that blends meaningful material with an appropriate degree of verbalization and activity. (Author)

Discusses management theories and reports on a study establishing that, if managers are exposed to modern human resources management theories through a series of training programs, they will adopt a participative leadership style, and that this style will be reflected in their attitudes and the perceptions of their subordinates. (Author/IRT)

At a summer camp that introduces Japanese high school students to American culture, the authors learned the following basic principles underlying culturally responsive camp activities: sensitivity to cultural nuances in communication, deliberate and sequential processes, appreciation of one's own cultural biases, understanding perceived risks, and…

Empowered technology teams can help realize the financial investment of schools in technology. Teams foster communities of technology users and give teachers and staff opportunities for leadership. A transformational leadership style is essential to the building of a human infrastructure that will use the technological infrastructure. (KS)

Surveyed Israeli elementary and secondary teachers to investigate whether it was possible to distinguish between teachers with high versus teachers with low job satisfaction and factors that predict job satisfaction. Results indicated that the groups could be distinguished by teachers' perceptions of the teaching occupation and their principals'…