Without the leadership of Estelle Osborne, Mable Staupers, Rita Miller, and Elizabeth Carnegie, Black women would have been frozen into the lowest strata of nursing at a time when White nursing leadership became convinced that nursing education belonged on college campuses rather than in hospitals. (Author/GC)

This article discusses the steps involved in conducting a feasibility study to assess the need for an RN-BSN baccalaureate program at a particular site. It also presents a case report of a feasibility study for an outreach baccalaureate program for registered nurses in Colorado Springs. (Author/CT)

This paper is designed to guide the novice through the decision-making process of developing the evaluation component of a grant application. The accompanying table summarizes the issues and suggests activities that may be useful in resolving them. A discussion of each issue follows. (CT)

A good experiential training program in geriatrics provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge in the basic pharmaceutical disciplines; develop management and communication skills; formulate corrective and preventive strategies; and learn rational, safe, and effective drug use among the elderly. (MLW)

The comprehensive model for evaluating nursing education programs is described in terms of what is evaluated; who conducts the evaluation; and why it is conducted. A structure for further action and decision making is also presented. (GDC)

Recounts the American Association of Community and Junior College's opposition to a 1978 American Nurses Association resolution requiring the bachelor's degree for nursing licensure. Describes the formation of the Associate Degree Nursing Task Force, outlining its membership, concerns, and projected state forums. Promises final report in fall of…

The problems arising in using nurse practitioners as school nurses are discussed, including the training program involved, the individual's self-concept within the position, and the faculty's attitude. (JMF)

Describes a project conducted to improve nursing students' attitudes toward research. Various teaching approaches were developed and integrated into the classroom with positive results. In a followup questionnaire students recommended stressing the practical and clinical application of research and the integration of research from the beginning of…

Compares the effects of sex stereotyping and non-sex stereotyping in the use of narrators for instructional videotape materials designed for nursing students. All variables but gender of narrator were controlled, and no effects on learning were found using male and female voices. (Author/BK)

Indirect self-destructive behavior (ISDB) is associated with direct suicide potential, dissatisfaction with the treatment program and with life in general, confused reasoning and judgment, poor prognosis for discharge, the absence of religious commitment, and significant losses in the patient's life. ISDB is an alternative form of suicide. (Author)

Competency-based orientation for nurses provides a practical and cost-effective transition to the practice setting. The program requires a large initial investment in the development of self-learning materials and evaluation tools but greatly reduces instructor time. (SK)

Discusses a survey of nursing students at Northeastern University assessing the cooperative education program. (JOW)

Attempts a functional operational definition of "community" to be used by community health nurses and students in their daily practice. States that community can refer to the context or arena in which change operates, or it can be the source of environmental or social factors viewed as less than desirable. (CT)

Workshops in caring were designed to expose attitudes, biases, and concerns of a nursing home staff toward aging, illness, and death. Touches on techniques and materials for encouraging participants to focus on and share feelings. What inhibits or facilitates a caring relationship was the prime focus of both sessions. (Author)

Describes a survey involving 1,604 registered nurses, (1,573 females and 9 males) living in Hawaii, to determine their continuing education needs and preferences. It is noted that findings, part of which are presented in charts showing subjects' preferences and educational backgrounds, will help faculty plan continuing education offerings for…