A description of a project which was successful in developing instructional materials useful in the inservice development of science supervisors. (AK)

This section, Of Special Interest," deals with the ethical dimension in education for business. (JS)

The findings support the use of the microcounseling paradigm as a training model for counselor education. Trainee reinforcement by a supervisor was most potent; if counselor behavior was defined for the trainee, then self-reinforcement could be utilized, especially when practicum classes are large and individual supervision is not available.…

In a heating industry, efforts have been made to increase communication at all levels and satisfy the esteem needs of the workers. (EB)

Discusses certain special considerations attendant to collective negotiations with school level personnel who exercise administrative roles; e.g. principals, assistant principals, and supervisors. (DE)

Outlines a five-step formula to help supervisors deal with employee problems: (1) recognize that a problem exists, (2) document the employee's performance, (3) apply the company's discipline process, (4) refer to an appropriate agency, and (5) help the employee readjust to the work environment when the problem no longer exists. (JOW)

Outlines findings of a survey of teaching practice and teaching practice supervision in England and Wales. The survey identified a variety of approaches adopted regarding teaching practice supervision and attempted to evaluate the effectiveness of existing arrangements. (JOW)

The Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES) believes it is necessary that counselor educators, supervisors, and counselors establish specific, substantive policies, procedures, and activities designed to improve counseling services for non-Whites. The development of counselor training programs encompassing needs and aspirations…

Twelve samples of teachers' contradictory expectations that create a no-win situation for supervisors. (Author/MLF)

Examines nursing's past experiences in the struggle to strike a proper balance between education and service in the preparation of the nursing student, and between teaching and practice in the functioning of the faculty member. (CT)

Examines how first-level supervisors identify and manage marginal employees. Suggests that the appropriate use of sanctions may be perceived by employees as legitimate and may be conducive to the development of productive group norms. (Author/IRT)

Reviews cases of sexual harassment filed under Title VII and clarifies the legal bases for prosecution and the extent of the employer's liability for ensuring full compliance with the law. (WD)

This article addresses instructional improvement role responsibilities by suggesting, with appropriate rationale, that supervisors and principals work together in effecting instructional improvement. (Author)

Offers suggestions for designing a management questionnaire and interpreting employee responses so that executives may make an informed decision on whether to support an intervention. Highlights include employee perceptions on competing goals; supervisory suggestions and employee reactions; and a case study. (Author/LRW)