A study was done to: (1) classify competencies needed by training and development specialists in the field of professional education; (2) identify the competencies most important to a postsecondary education program; and (3) identify the backgrounds and personnel characteristics of training specialists. Recommendations were made for a broad-based…

The development and testing of an information mapped programed text on critical path method for an MBA elective at a British business school is described. The results show that information mapping gave satisfactory learning results when used as a self-instructional method under these circumstances. Five references are listed. (Author/CHC)

A study of the relationship between demographic variables and attitudes toward women's professional achievement among 343 students in a master's degree social work program and alumni is discussed. No significant differences between male and female attitudes were discovered; however, findings indicated that females had lower salary expectations.…

A questionnaire survey of recent MA in TESOL graduates indicates respondents' feelings that they were adequately prepared by their MA programs and that their jobs are satisfying. Age, education, and experience of respondents are displayed along with their ratings of the components of their MA programs. (PMJ)

This study examined the predictive validity of the 18 scales of the California Psychological Inventory and two scales of the Opinion Scale relative to success criteria in graduate school as measured by grades in individual courses, performance on the master's comprehensive examinations and graduate grade-point average. (Author/CTM)

Results question the generally held contention that the impact of modeling is maximized by presentation of multiple models. Findings suggest caution in making the generalization that the potency of a single model is totally equivalent to that of multiple models. (Author)

The impact of practice-based programs on graduate education in pharmaceutical science is discussed. It is suggested that graduate programs remain flexible in order to accommodate the role of the pharmacist-scientist and to help in attracting qualified students. (SF)

A theory of program quality based on a new definition of quality is offered. Constructed on the basis of interviews with nearly 800 stakeholders in master's-level education, the engagement theory" advances a conceptual framework and a set of criteria, with indicators, for assessing graduate and professional program quality. (Author/MSE)

Discussion of using Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) to read electronic text focuses on a study that evaluated the use of PDAs for reading course materials in an Open University (United Kingdom) master's course. Considers activity theory and how the PDA changed reading, including portability, screen display, navigation difficulties, and…

Describes a study that sought to facilitate curriculum planning by ascertaining the attitudes of library school alumni regarding the value of various competencies in a master's program. Highlights include the possible impact of electronic information on competency, a literature review, competencies rated by type of library, and ratings by…

This contribution to "The Visible College" column considers the question of expanding the Master's in Library Science (MLS) program to better prepare students for future participation in the library profession. Benefits include exposure to core curriculum, opportunities for specialization, forming alliances with and taking classes in…

Discussion of the increasing access to technology that is being used in higher education for distance education courses focuses on a Masters course offered through Penn State's World Campus. Topics include characteristics of adult learners; successful online learning communities; and changes in student perceptions regarding technology use, course…

Based on a survey of graduates of University of Pittsburgh master's degree programs, this article presents information on special librarians and compares them with other library and business professionals. Data are included on gender, race, and age; social background; education; prior work experience; career paths; job interruptions; salaries;…

Describes a survey of state libraries that examined the extent to which prison libraries employ civilian staff and perceptions of the usefulness of special graduate programs or courses for prison librarianship. It is concluded that there is a limited market for librarians with specialization in prison librarianship and special planning is required…

The social work practice arena and professional preparation are described as they relate to infants and young children vulnerable to developmental problems and problems of psychosocial dysfunction. Curriculum structure of accredited Master's degree programs and the model curriculum project of the National Catholic School of Social Service are…