Analysis presented in article is first attempt at developing averages for certain groups of engineering schools as a basis for assessing performance and developing plans for research and graduate activities. (IR)

Description of experiment involving all members of class working as a team on one research project. (IR)

Focuses on the responsibilities graduate speech communication programs have to their students. (PD)

Postgraduate training in multicultural studies is developing through a Council of Europe program. A multicultural studies project is developing short curriculum modules on multicultural studies that can supplement existing curriculum in several subjects and develop teaching strategies for multicultural student bodies. (AM)

Reveals the intentional and organizational face of graduate education in curriculum by exploring "procedural knowledge" and how its quality is to be judged. Examines case studies of the characteristics and programs of one graduate department of curriculum. (MLF)

The masters degree program of the Department of Mining Engineering at McGill University is described. The program makes extensive use of the seminar format and relies heavily on the participation of outside experts. (BB)

Comparative adult education is a fairly new discipline, but one which contains a degree of immediacy lacking in other fields. Graduate study and research in the discipline are necessary so that national educational systems can benefit from international experience. (SK)

Nine standards for awarding graduate credit in physical education are presented. (MJB)

Relates the experiences of the author, a "returning" student, prior to and while pursuing a doctor of philosophy degree in English at a major university. Describes the difficulties encountered, pressures felt, dedication required and the ultimate satisfaction of obtaining the degree. (CAM)

Criteria which have been traditionally used to evaluate graduate student performance (grade point average, attainment of degree, time to degree, rating scales, etc.) are critically examined. The authors conclude that very little research exists in this area and that the problem of adequate criteria is quite difficult. (Author/JKS)

Presents a listing of doctoral projects in progress, classified by subject according to geographical divisions. (JMF)

Presents samples of entries from the ERIC database concerned with the design and administration of graduate programs in three clusters: (1) General Studies; (2) Of, By, and For Students; and (3) Speech Communication and Employability. (JMF)

A survey of 15 nurse practitioners initially prepared as clinical nurse specialists found that their post-master's training broadened knowledge and skills in patient data collection and increased role autonomy and clinical decision making. Results verified the practice domains in the curriculum guidelines of the National Association of Nurse…

Survey responses from 88 of 110 nursing students who participated in reflective practice and interviews with 50 showed that (1) critical thinking, listening, and observation skills were notably enhanced; and (2) participants gained insight into clinical situations and their personal nursing philosophy. (SK)

Describes a project that required graduate nursing students to conduct qualitative meta-synthesis of ethnographic research, using Noblit and Hare's approach. Discusses the process of meta-synthesis, interpretation of outcomes, and students' reactions to the project. (Contains 16 references.) (SK)