In evaluating 12 career-oriented and educational software packages to determine the presence and extent of gender bias, researchers found that gender fairness had not been achieved. They concluded that the evaluation of software should follow established gender-fair guidelines so that gender-biased materials will not be used in an educational…

Describes how career development programs became the focus of an international partnership between the United States and Canada. Discusses the partnership's efforts at developing training and materials that promote the use of occupational and labor markets information and the creation of a computer-based career information delivery system.…

This article deals with Army recruitment in high schools. Students get to ask questions and hear stories about life In the Army from a soldier of the year, officers, and recruiters. Some brave students will even get a physical taste of life in the Army. According to an Army officer, the primary reason why recruiters go on high school campuses is…

The purpose of this research was to compare two widely used computer-assisted career guidance (CACG) systems, DISCOVER and System of Interactive Guidance and Information (SIGI). The goals were to: (1) assist practitioners in learning more about the benefits of using a CACG system as a component of total program services; (2) assist CACG system…

The Computer-Assisted Career Guidance (CACG) Evaluation Form was developed to evaluate the effectiveness of CACG systems in performing three vital functions in career decision-making. This instrument was subsequently used to compare the effectiveness of DISCOVER, System of Interactive Guidance and Information (SIGI), and SIGI PLUS using 132…

Interests and abilities have been cited as important concepts in the career guidance of adolescents. While it is important for students to understand these constructs independently, particularly if they are not congruent, their complex relationship can make it difficult to combine the information into career directions. This paper considers a…

This paper sets a context for career development services, including their importance and where they are typically delivered. Career development services are being delivered in many sectors: career education is delivered in schools and post-secondary institutions; career counseling is available from community agencies and private practitioners;…

Critiques the assessment of computer-assisted career guidance systems by Sampson et al. (CE 521 972), stating that the conceptual framework was sound and well developed and criteria were based on recognized experts. Limitations of the study are the assumption of equivalent effectiveness and the use of a checklist for comparing the systems. (SK)

The framework for an ideal computer-assisted career guidance system is a combination of a decision support system and an expert system. Such a system takes into account individual differences in all relevant dimensions and guides the user to the relevant information in the shortest way. (SK)

Finds the feature-cost analysis method (Sampson et al., CE 521 972) a useful tool, but suggests that users need to determine which criteria are most important to them on the basis of a needs assessment. (SK)

Synthesizes critiques of the computer-assisted career guidance system selection guidelines (CE 521 972) in terms of system and feature effects, qualitative features, benefits, and costs. Presents implications for practitioners, researchers, system developers, and policy makers. (SK)

The economic union of the European Community will have a profound effect on educational opportunities available to adults. Differences among member states in the educational and vocational guidance provided to adults must be addressed to develop the flexible and sophisticated systems that will be demanded. (SK)

Discusses developments in computer applications in guidance and counseling, specifically the information systems and career planning emphasis systems available to counselors and their use with clients in individual or group career counseling and education. (LKS)

The Kellogg-funded Education Information Centers in public libraries provided free adult career counseling, usually including computerized career decision making. A result of the project is that more community agencies refer clients to the library for such assistance. (SK)

Article summarizes survey mailed to NACE college members asking questions about facilities, finances, and staffing of college and university career services offices. Response rate of thirty-four percent found staffing increases in career centers, with women gaining considerable ground. Salary differences still exist and women career service…