A disabled writer recounts her experiences in career exploration and planning and suggests that "realistic" planning not be confused with taking the path of least resistance. She lists four necessary actions for meeting the needs of exceptional persons: early identification, amelioration according to identified needs, early and consistent parent…

Discusses the rewards and hardships of being a writer. (SRT)

Directed toward the student, this article explores various paths to career decision making. Indicates that there are many guideposts along the way, and it is up to the individual to use them effectively. (JOW)

Career planning is a lifelong process and should be reflected in the curriculum. Career planning must focus on individual capabilities, values, and preferences and must broaden student horizons to permit informed career choices. Available from W.C. Publications, Inc., P.O. Box 1578, Montclair, NJ 07042. (SK)

Explores the evolution of computer-assisted assessment, including a specific example of videodisk technology used to enhance career decision making. Discusses the potential impact of videodisk use on counselor's time management. (Author/ABB)

Describes the current post-Superwoman era in which women are more free to make choices about homemaking and employment. Women are now secure enough in the workforce that they can quit or work part-time without feeling they have let the sisterhood down. (CB)

Most adults end up in their work roles through less than fully informed and too-often unintentional career decision-making. The economic and social consequences for individuals, their communities and the national economy are profound. By using what is known about career development and learning, career development professionals can dramatically…

Two college journalism students offer advice for high school students who want a career in journalism. (FL)

This article, based on the keynote speech for a career day at Concord Academy, defines the concepts of a career and the career planning process, with emphasis on the personal aspects of work and the need for self-analysis in the selection of a career. (SJL)

Examines aspects of the corporate world that may lead to a slowdown of automatic promotions: decrease in unemployment, rise in population; premature structural job plateauing due to high technology; higher expectations by more people (especially women); and failure by schools to keep up with changes in the work world. (CT)

The authors argue the importance of examining teachers' long-range professional experience, review selected research on teacher career development, and suggest ways in which inservice teacher educators can help teachers review their careers. (MJB)

Presents two views about the future of astronomy. Explains that government budget cuts and an oversupply of young scientists have decimated the employment prospects. Encourages students to train for a wide variety of careers and to become entrepreneurs who bring technologies to the consumer. (DDR)

"What should I do?" Technology managers have asked this question many times, and most IT leaders have heard similar concerns voiced as technical staff begin thinking about their next career steps. Should they continue pursuing technical certifications or work on the next academic education level (usually a master's degree)? In this article, the…

Reviews eleven conditions that are prerequisite for career guidance improvement to take place. Five of these conditions are (1) an expanded concept of career guidance, (2) comprehensive development programs, (3) more career guidance centers, (4) a focus on adults, and (5) equity for all. (LRA)

Discusses the role of student clubs for enhancing students' career aspirations. Particular focus is on Ninas Con Destinos (Girls with a Future), a club for Hispanic girls. (Author/VWL)