Describes a program in Algeria which included the construction of a training facility to ease the shortage of semiskilled workers, particularly construction site electricians and instrument installers. Priorities were to define training needs, implement the program, and produce graduates as soon as possible. (JOW)

Presents specific training objectives which constitute a base for a one-year clinical training program in family therapy at the Institute for Juvenile Research in Chicago. Training objectives include three categories of skills: observational, conceptual, and therapeutic. Describes training objectives and the program in which they are implemented.…

Examines the proclaimed dichotomy between real and unreal, theory and practice, actual and idealized notions of community needs and university attitudes with regard to training, and describes how San Diego State University's Educational Technology program attempts simultaneously to educate graduate students and serve its community. (Author/MER)

Describes two programs used by the Ford Motor Company to train manufacturing skilled trades personnel. Programmable Controller Maintenance Training Program for Industrial Technicians and Troubleshooting Strategy Program use simulation and provide improved task performance after training. (JOW)

Describes a model training program structured to provide basic knowledge and skills for child protective workers. (CM)

Describes a formalized library media specialist mentoring program in the Iowa City Community School District. Discussion includes characteristics for successful mentoring; the role of mentors; benefits for mentors, proteges, and library media programs; and the evolution of the mentoring relationship. (AEF)

Describes the development and uses of the Basic Skills Evaluation Device (BSED). Using a published list skills, data from the literature, and data collected from The Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education accredited and candidacy programs, presents the device for supervisors to use in evaluating beginning family…

With the individualisation and multiculturalisation of the world of education and training and the world of work, a new need has arisen to develop a more value-based and existentially oriented approach to guidance theory and vocational training courses. The pluralisation of ways of life and the late-modern confrontation with the authorities have…

The background to an exciting and probably unique initiative for people with challenging behaviour is described. The Special Projects Team (SPT) was established in the context of increasing knowledge of effective treatment responses, but lack of widespread expertise as well as growing crisis within challenging behaviour services. Unlike previous…

We describe our experiences using a research apprenticeship model, specifically the tripartite model, as an example of how we teach and work with doctoral students. The apprenticeship complements students' formal course work and introduces them to research and scholarship processes useful for their future roles as rehabilitation counselor…

This article describes instructor criteria in three outdoor organizations: Outward Bound (OB), the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS), and the Wilderness Education Association (WEA). Common requirements for outdoor leadership programs are outdoor experience and skills, advanced first aid, CPR, and a minimum age requirement. Traditionally…

Responding to the need for a definition of the role and status of human resources development (HRD) practitioners in Australia, this paper explores the nature of HRD and the educational requirements of HRD trainers. After discussing problems associated with the terms "training" and "development," the paper presents three models…

The use of a practicum form of training for faculty advisers is discussed. Understanding the advising process may be viewed as a transaction between master adviser (advising mentor) and faculty adviser. Likewise, the understanding can be replicated in the interaction between faculty adviser and student advisee. Using the practicum setting to help…

This excerpt from "Managerial Engineering: Techniques for Improving Quality and Productivity in the Workplace" describes the development, objectives, and use of On-Error Training (OET), a method which trains workers to learn from their errors. Also described is New Joharry's Window, a performance-error data analysis technique used in…

Discusses the business of training employees to use microcomputers and describes the cost and several approaches to such training in corporations. These approaches include use of preprogramed tutorials provided by vendors, a minicourse including computer basics and hands-on experience for executives, and computer-assisted instruction for training…