A review is given of the avenues currently available under California law for individuals or institutions to pursue "alternative" teacher certification procedures. An explanation is given of the nature of the District Intern Program, and how it can be used as an alternative credentialing path. (JD)

A survey of 45 states that teach Principles of Technology (PT) showed that (1) 6 states have a distinct PT certificate or credential; (2) 39 states accept certifications in PT-related fields for teaching PT; (3) most states require a PT workshop for credentialing; and (4) prior work or teaching experience are currently not required in…

The separate preparation traditions for elementary teachers and child care professionals have created two distinct realms fraught with problems, yet rich with resources. Preparation for early education teachers is characterized by multiple entry paths, training based on child development principles, cooperative and differentiated classroom…

Reviews the 1992 annual conference of the Medical Library Association (MLA). Highlights include elevating the professional authority of medical librarians; continuing education programs; the credentialing process; the proposed Code of Ethics; and a keynote address by Patricia Aburdene that discussed leadership traits for women. (LRW)

Introduces special journal issue devoted to issues of credentialing in rehabilitation counseling. Research conducted in 1989 and 1990 by Council on Rehabilitation Education and Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification to reevaluate their standards is described and the rationale for including articles in special issue is explained.…

Examines the significant events in the history of mental health care that have contributed to the development of a specialty within the counseling profession referred to as mental health counseling. Discusses the development of credentials for the specialty and the issues currently facing mental health counseling, and offers a perspective on…

The Open College Network and community voluntary agencies in Britain cooperated in a project to provide accredited training for volunteers, part of a larger initiative for widening participation in education. The community-based project provided qualifications for people unable to access traditional training; 259 students completed 767 Open…

Describes the growth of early childhood and after-school program administrator credentialing initiatives. Delineates benefits of an administrator credentialing system for program quality. Describes the assistance available through Wheelock College Institute for Leadership and Career Initiatives. Includes table describing three national…

A survey of 3,200 employers (67% responded) showed that affirmative action increases the number of recruitment and screening practices and willingness to hire and provide training for women and minorities. Even when the credentials of those hired are somewhat weaker, job performance was not diminished. (SK)

A major shortcoming of macro-spatial research undertaken to date in Israel pertains to the neglect of state investment-related measures and the extent to which they mediate unequal opportunities to learn (OTL) and educational opportunities between localities. In the present study, OTL refer to class size and high-school tracking patterns.…

Student-athletes were studied over 4 years at a highly selective liberal arts college and an Ivy League university. Students spending 10 or more hours per week in athletic activities had lower entering academic credentials and academic self-assessments than non-athletes, but the academic performance of athletes was not below what would be expected…

Investigates the way in which Gloucestershire College of Arts and Technology, UK, is working with Ravenscroft Plastics and the British Polymer Training Authority, to establish a programme that meets the company's specific needs. Describes how the move has ensured that more than 40 of Ravenscroft's 130-strong workforce have achieved National…

With the ongoing reform of higher education there has been a breaking down of the egalitarianism whereby everyone receives the same rewards for their work regardless of their performance, which has been intrinsic to the disposition of teachers practiced by higher education institutions. Discrepancies have come into being in the wages, allowances…

This study compares performance on the GED (General Educational Development) Tests, U.S. edition, across three groups of examinees: (1) graduating high school seniors in the GED U.S., 2001 norm group, (2) GED Tests candidates who took one or more tests in the United States between 2002 and 2004, and (3) GED Tests candidates who passed the tests in…

This study examines the demographic, academic, social, and behavioral differences between GED (General Educational Development) Tests candidates who were and were not retained in grade. Differences between candidates who were and were not retained in grade are examined with regard to factors such as demographics, delinquent behaviors, reasons for…