A time series study of 60 individuals (elementary through postsecondary levels) who had been labeled learning disabled in the public schools revealed their likes (such as sports and field trips) as well as dislikes (formal learning). They specified what could have made a difference in their learning experiences. (CL)

Performed a follow-up of a sample of children (N=24) to determine whether the McCarthy Scales administered during kindergarten is predictive of subsequent achievement test performance and predictive of course grades during the sixth grade. Results indicated that the McCarthy Scales have predictive value over a six-year period. (LLL)

Follow-up on 40 children with speech/language problems who were enrolled in a special education preschool indicates the high risk for future educational impairments. Thirty-two Ss continued to require special education services and 21 Ss have experienced difficulty with reading. (CL)

A survey of Nebraska adults 10 to 20 years after their 4-H experience showed that 4-H activities provided opportunities for career exploration and selection and were helpful in preparing for adult roles. (SK)

A 10-year followup of 49 deaf-blind children provided indirect comparisons of classifications of mental retardation, hearing loss, visual loss, and major communication mode. Results suggested problems with the methodology and indicated the need for new instruments to analyze current functioning as it relates to past evaluation data. (CL)

Administered the proxemic test and a psychometric test battery to 49 incarcerated offenders on two occasions, with a three-year follow-up. The Behind distance was largest on both occasions. There were no changes in the four distance measures over time. An algebraic formula was devised to calculate personal space area. (JAC)

The authors, noting the increase in the number of doctoral degrees being granted in guidance and counseling, conducted a study of recent Ph.D.'s assessing their current job status, method of securing employment, job satisfaction, and other related factors. (RP)

This article reports one- and two-year follow-up studies of 67 phobic children who were between the ages of 6 and 15 at intake. (Author)

The relationship between academic achievement and occupational success was tested with a sample of bachelor degree-level engineering graduates who had postcollege working experience. The findings suggest that intellectual accomplishment, as reflected by grades, may be a worthy goal to be valued in its own right, but it should not be used to…

Discussed is is acceleration as a method of educating elementary age gifted children in New York City's special progress classes. (DB)

A follow-up study of public vocational school graduates revealed that the graduates successfully obtained jobs. Among the factors deemed important by both graduates and employer, communication skills were mentioned as vital. Counseling and preparation in getting along with others were perceived by graduates as inferior. Adjustment to an 8 hour…

There are many arguments for and against the use of i.t.a. to teach reading and writing. This article reviews 47 studies which measure the spelling of children taught by i.t.a. and t.o. (traditional orthography) in grades one, two, and three. (Editor)

Results supported other researchers' findings that the Engineer scale on the SVIB is no longer an adequate measure of engineers' interests. (Author)