Discusses the actual uses to which achievement test scores are put in the college admissions process (according to survey findings) and factors that should be considered when treating test scores as admission criteria. (PGD)

Describes the range of policies, criteria, and weightings used in the process of selecting among candidates for admission in 19 public and private colleges and universities. Notes the need for adequate communications between colleges and the schools previously attended by candidates. (PGD)

One way of determining the effectiveness of teacher education programs is to have evaluations of program graduates made by the principals employing them. Such an evaluation in Texas found that teacher education graduates received evaluations while they were practice teachers that differed from those they received as employed teachers. (Author/MLF)

By preparing illegible, unorganized, incomplete, or just plain sloppy documents, secondary schools often make it unnecessarily difficult for college admissions officers to evaluate the records submitted to them. An admissions director discusses some handicaps to communication and makes suggestions for schools reviewing the suitability of their…

Briefly outlines the historical dimensions of the influence of colleges on secondary schools. Presents seven lessons learned from the transcript study. Asserts that current educational reform must involve both secondary and postsecondary levels in tandem. (MD)

Reviews various methods for predicting college success: correlation of students' high school grades, achievement test scores, and class rank with characteristics of the institution to be attended; examination of demographic variables such as age, sex, birth order, income, parents' education, religious and ethnic background, and geographic factors;…

Presents a new edition (moderately revised in response to survey results) of the guidelines prepared by the National Association of Secondary School Principals' School-College Relations Committee to help secondary schools cope with issues generated by college use of class rankings and grade point averages when evaluating candidates for admission.…

Describes school/college cooperative programs operating across the country. Six programs coordinate services and resources; three are research consortia in predominantly rural schools. Lists six features of successful programs. (MD)

School personnel and university researchers can cooperate more effectively if research is linked to classroom outcomes. Collaborative research benefits schools, universities, and communities by aiding decisions about programs and resource allocations. (JW)

This article treats specific areas in which the assessment center can make significant contributions to university programs in educational administration: personal-professional growth, contributions to the preparation program, and linkages with the field. (TE)

This essay shows how the assessment center concept can provide the research base to improve teaching and service in principal preparation programs at colleges and universities. (TE)

Suggests guidelines teachers and counselors should follow when writing letters of recommendation for high school students applying for college admission. Focuses on the need to describe students, document their abilities, and provide details to support assertions. (PGD)

This case study, conducted by a doctoral student in educational administration, indicates that Florida State University's Department of Educational Leadership is changing from a traditional classroom setting to a performance-based, student-centered ambience. Service is being delivered to students in various ways. Faculty members and students…

A critical issue in leadership preparation is serving students with differing needs, goals, and educational experiences. Inspired by the NASSP Alliance project's emphasis on skill development, Florida State University's educational administration program developed a required assessment and career-planning course. Through practical and assigned…