Lists 17 selected films illustrating the personal and interpersonal developmental problems encountered by mentally retarded adolescents or young adults. Each citation includes a descriptive annotation. (Author/BK)

Discusses 15 pivotal texts in education that appeared between 1950 and 2002, in part to give each text its warranted celebration, and to encourage newer members of the profession to read these works as part of their ongoing professional development. (SG)

This annotated bibliography lists 124 documents published in 1991 by the United Nations and other international organizations that address a wide range of topics, including development, the environment, disarmament, Africa, and women. U.S. distributors for these documents are listed. (MES)

Lists and annotates 42 technical reports prepared by various government agencies and disseminated by the National Technical Information Service (NTIS) during 1993. An introductory discussion addresses the trend toward electronic information exchange and proposed changes in the way NTIS distributes materials. (KRN)

Includes annotations for 24 technical reports from NTIS (the National Technical Information Service) and other nondepository publications from various agencies. An introductory discussion addresses the problem of duplication in reporting research and development literature between GRA&I (Government Reports Announcements and Index) and the…

This bibliography provides an overview of recent scholarship on female community college presidents. A significant and growing number of women are serving as community college presidents. Specifically, there has been an increase in women community college presidents from 11% in 1991 to nearly 28% in 2001. With more women holding presidencies at…

This guide to the burgeoning literature and resources on workplace literacy begins with an overview describing issues and trends in the development of the literature base. Hints for locating and selecting workplace literacy resources in Educational Resources Information Center--ERIC and other databases are provided. An annotated bibliography of 87…

This brief describes how the Internet serves as a professional development tool, enabling individuals to access information on employment opportunities, workplace trends, prospective employers, and job search strategies. Websites may offer only one service or include a variety of features. Some services are available at no cost, others are fee…

This digest contains the following two articles on mentoring: "Mentoring in Educational Settings: Unresolved Issues and Unanswered Questions" (Olga M. Welch); and "Learning from the Field: Mentoring Projects in Field-based Settings" (Heidi Lynch). The first article describes mentoring in general and mentoring in the schools, examines some studies…

A review of the research on the cognitive development of middle school students is presented and ways of promoting intellectual growth in middle school science classrooms are offered. The annotations in this review are organized into four sections. The first part focuses on the research on the cognitive development of the middle school student.…

This nine-part guide provides resources on various topics and issues related disarmament, development, and economic conversion. They include: (1) recent publications (with their tables of contents provided, when applicable); (2) research institutes; (3) non-governmental organizations with primary contacts for information; (4) research and…

This bibliography provides a recommended list of research and theoretical literature in the field of secondary education. It contains approximately 350 references which are organized into three main topics: (1) references for general interest; (2) references for reform strategies designed to promote academic achievement; and (3) literature…

Current journals, newspapers, and national newsletters focusing on specific areas or topics in the field of development are described. Part 1 consists of an alphabetical list by title of the periodicals included. Part 2 is an annotated listing under broad subject headings: communication, countries and regions, demography, economic and social…

A rationale for early childhood and parent involvement programs is provided in this volume, along with guidelines and examples of how to proceed. Each of its nine chapters includes a bibliography. Chapter 1, "Rationale for Early Intervention," examines such topics as the importance of the early years, teaching parents to intervene, and…

Higher education must be prepared to establish goals and assess its success in developing students who can function productively in a future society. One possible goal of the college experience is to develop self-directing or internally-controlled individuals. Examined were selected factors and their influence on students' locus of control.…