A utility rate consulting firm explains its services and claims that, armed with complete and up-to-date rate information, it can effect savings in utilities costs. (MLF)

AN ACADEMIC TEAMS PROGRAM TO PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR DEVELOPING OPTIMUM LEARNING POTENTIAL AND FOR FULFILLING DESIRES OF TALENTED STUDENTS IS PROPOSED. THE PROGRAM WILL BE INITIATED THROUGH A SERIES OF DISCUSSIONS WITH STUDENTS, FACULTY, PARENTS, AND CONSULTANTS, THE AREA OF CONCENTRATION FOR THE SELECTED TEAMS OF STUDENTS WILL BE IN THE FIELD…

Much of the planning and design of a school theater can be done by school personnel before the expense of employing a specialist is assumed. (CK)

This paper presents some of the major research outcomes of two institutes for school psychologists. Through these institutes, change in the methods and procedures used in psychological teacher consultation were determined. (Author/KJ)

Provides brief discussions on why consultants are called in by government, the practical problems experienced by consultants, the impacts consultants are likely to have on their clients, and some general problems resulting from current governmental and consulting industry practices. (Author/IRT)

Discusses factors that librarians should consider when dealing with vendors and suggests strategies for developing satisfactory relationships. Topics addressed include writing a request for proposals (RFP); on-site demonstrations; contract negotiations; the use of consultants; and developing negotiating skills. (LRW)

Looks at typical concerns, issues, and activities that confront adult education consultants such as establishing clarity on the roles and responsibilities of a consultant, establishing one's personal identity as a consultant, and the need for flexibility. (JOW)

Details the role of technology in facilitating and nurturing the connections necessary to the establishment and maintenance of a consultant practice. (Author)

Describes the reality of a full-time consultant who works in both the nonprofit and commercial worlds. Suggests that the best of full-time consulting is the variety and the worst is the total lack of security. (JOW)

Notes that consulting process seems to work similarly regardless of whether consultant is internal or external or is doing individual or group consultation. Contends that some differences may occur depending on whether consultant is process helper or content helper. Reviews several consultation processes, and, from this, presents six-step approach…

Examines school psychologists' perceptions of conjoint behavioral consultation (CBC) as a method of service delivery. Reports findings from a national survey regarding the acceptability of CBC. Participants rated CBC as clearly acceptable. Presents specific consultant variables, perceived barriers, and differential acceptability of CBC with other…

Discusses the transition from being a full-time librarian to a consultant working out of a home office. Topics include workspace; the need for an accountant; how to get work; marketing; support networks; work schedules; and how to charge clients. (LRW)

Discusses the need for human resources consulting to be seen and understood in order to help achieve business objectives. Presents a model that uses core competencies to tie human resources programs to business strategies, thus positioning human resources as a strategic partner in an enterprise. (LRW)