Discusses several real-world cases of teachers who took the lead in working cooperatively with others to create learning opportunities. Describes changes needed in administration and teacher education. (RS)

Reports on electronic discussion lists (e-lists) sponsored by MentorNet, the National Electronic Industrial Mentoring Network for Women in Engineering in Science. Supports the hypothesis that electronic communications can be used to develop community among engineering and science students and professionals, and identifies factors influencing the…

A new graduate business course in Vietnam team taught by American and Vietnamese instructors illustrates issues in bicultural team teaching, including team formation, sharing workloads in and out of class, and evaluation/grading. The process made the class more relevant, exposed students to multiple perspectives, and helped participants appreciate…

Outlines a team-teaching experiment between a director and dramaturg which was linked to a production of Caryl Churchill's "Cloud Nine." Investigates aesthetic choices, gender identity and sexuality that the play raises. Notes the problems in this arrangement and suggests that engaging in this kind of pedagogical experiment demands much…

This article describes the role of the school psychologist and provides specific ways that school psychologists can work effectively with students in gifted programs and with their teachers, parents, and school administrators. Possible roles include providing consultation services to teachers of gifted students with disabilities and participating…

It is important for college presidents, through public relations staff, to know what constituent groups are thinking, anticipate issues before they become problems, and predict reactions to decisions. Strategies for access to the president include learning his style, keeping a formalized meeting schedule, networking, and volunteering him for…

Describes ways in which principals can use a two-phase staff development process to foster a strong sense of community and build an educational community. Benefits include higher staff morale, increased faculty cohesion, and a renewed dedication to teaching. (SM)

Argues that tenured English teachers at small liberal arts colleges want several things from prospective new faculty members, including the capacity to share authority among equals, and the ability to give up some radical intellectual independence in order to collaborate (not compromise or capitulate) professionally. (RS)

Describes networking options that could be helpful in creating business French courses or incorporating business materials in French throughout the foreign language curriculum. Partnerships with organizations, other faculty members, and students are suggested. (CB)

Perceptions of 10 client teachers and 5 consulting teachers in Albemarle County (Virginia) about the Consulting Teacher Model were examined. The case-study approach identified five themes: (1) receptivity to assistance; (2) value of collegiality; (3) viability of the role; (4) consulting teacher as change agent; and (5) teacher empowerment. (SLD)

Discusses the ethical issues inherent in rehabilitation counseling, including emerging ethical standards in rehabilitation counselor supervision, supervisory relationship vulnerability and codes of ethics applicable to rehabilitation supervision, and ethical concerns that are common to supervision. (JPS)

Reviews the reasons for the discourse problem in language study, examines the nature of this problem, and suggests ways in which applied linguists and foreign language teachers can engage in intellectual dialog. It is suggested that applied linguists and language teachers can understand one another by exploring the forces that have shaped their…

Discusses the importance of mentoring to faculty development programs, reviewing basic concepts, theories, and research related to mentoring. Indicates that faculty mentoring programs can provide ways for educators to understand diversity, learn about teaching techniques, and feel supported by other faculty members. Describes features of…

Contends that, in the culture of professional egalitarianism that often prevails in schools, teachers are likely to accord power only to expert principals. Asserts that this can lead to weak coordination and control of a school's instructional program. Reports on results of a study of 17 elementary schools that support this viewpoint. (CFR)

Differences in educational practice and culture of a British distance university and Australian traditional university are the basis for analysis of curriculum development methods. It is proposed that, although generally individual faculty design new courses, there are good reasons (efficiency, cohesiveness, professional development, academic…