Examines the effects of resume writing and professional goal-setting on locus of control scores of business college women. Findings indicate it is possible to affect locus of control orientation of college women preparing to enter the labor market by integrating contingency orientation and goal-setting strategies into a resume writing program.…

Discusses some possible answers to basic questions concerning career education, its implementation, and its cost. (Author/NJ)

Discusses 15 job search rules for teachers which emphasize the importance of obtaining appropriate references, following proven interview techniques, and maintaining up-to-date reference files. A survey of recent education graduates (N=300) found those who were successful in their job search used a professional credential file at school. (JAC)

Surveyed classroom teachers (N=275) to determine expressed training needs for working with handicapped students. Results indicated training needs were: (1) training on topics related to teaching skills for working with the handicapped; (2) information about teachers', parents', and students' rights and ethics; and (3) training on assessment…

Discusses two important theoretical notions about work training and adjustment: (1) a theory of career development by Crites and Super and (2) Rotter's social learning theory, as it relates to locus of control. The focus of the discussion is on recent research demonstrating the relationship between the two variables. (Author)