A survey investigated the application of constructs related to acquisition of psychomotor skills in the preclinical dental curriculum in 220 departments of operative dentistry, fixed and removable prosthodontics, pediatric dentistry, and periodontics. Results indicate insufficient opportunities for students to define desired outcomes and…

Humans organize into constellations subjective attributes that help them to know themselves. Self-esteem refers only to those aspects of one's self-concept to which an evaluation is assigned. Self-esteem reflects one's sense of personal efficacy and worth. Love has been described as emotional closeness, passion, and decision/commitment; esteem for…

Like a fire out of control, jealousy can reduce a marriage to rubble. It can leave self-esteem ruined. Although oversimplified, the pathologically jealous person regards even slight signs as conclusive evidence of betrayal. Where jealousy arises exclusively within a relationship then a counselor might examine the jealous person's self-concept and…

Four areas relating to listening and language learning are examined: current directions in second language instruction, listening instruction in second language programs, listening as a means to an end versus listening comprehension as an end in itself, and the influence of listening research on materials development for second language…

This information analysis paper is based on a computer search of the ERIC database from November 1966 through May 1984 and on pertinent outside resources related to counseling older persons. Following the brief introduction, the historical development of gerontological counseling is discussed. Major issues in gerontological counseling are…

The author traces autism from recognition of the disability by E. Bleuler in 1906 to the present, noting changes, similarities, and differences in the copious amont of research. After a poem by Neil Diamond and a glossary of terms, the author describes the views on autism held by E. Bleuler, L. Kanner, L. Bender, M. Mahler, F. Kallmann, B.…

Counseling for recovery from divorce may be significantly enhanced if a general model of emotional health/deficiency can be applied. This article introduces an amalgam of Erik Erikson's developmental stages and Abraham Maslow's motivational hierarchy as a means of understanding the rigors of marital dissolution. The paradigm promotes client…

While career movement in bureaucratic organizations ideally occurs along formally defined job ladders, scholars recognize that actual career trajectories often proceed quite differently. Analyzing vacancy filling in four federal government bureaus, this paper argues that career paths are dependent on certain occupational and organizational…

Identifies different types of statements that make up the structure of a lecture, including concepts, definitions, formulas, theories, models, and predictive statements. The selection of statements and their relationship to pedagogical processes is described, and the importance of knowledge of the abilities of the intended audience is discussed.…

Views on the need for a theory of mathematics education concern three interrelated components: meta-research and development of meta-knowledge on mathematics education as a discipline, development of a comprehensive view of mathematics education using a systems approach, and development of the dynamic regulating role of mathematics education. (MNS)

Outlines the historical background of curriculum theorizing, demonstrating that contemporary theory activities in the United States are rooted in progressive education literature. (MD)

Examines issues regarding the defensibility and utility of natural selection as a scientific theory, focusing on the process of population change over time. Topics considered include criticisms of Darwinian theory, tautology and the meaning of fitness, the ability of theories to predict and explain, and the sufficiency of natural selection. (DH)

Examines various aspects of and issues related to falsifiability, a standard criterion for identifying true scientific systems. Also proposes a simple new standard for evaluating a scientific theory. (JN)

Assists counselor educators, supervisors, and practicing counselors to determine conditions under which high technology alone, high touch alone (based on empathic interpersonal skills), or the purposeful combination of the two may be the preferred mode of treatment. Stresses the need for counselor education programs. (LLL)

Law is central to Islamic civilization. The classical law (the Shari'a) is the standard by which political action is measured. The history of the Shari'a and how it has influenced the world view and the cultural identity of Arab countries are examined. (RM)