A decision-making model is presented that captures the evaluation function of teaching and brings it into focus for teacher use. The model depicts teachers as decision makers in their various roles and identifies planning, implementation, and evaluation as three major functions of teaching. (SLD)

Comparison of British and German vocational education leads to the conclusion that, although an employer-led approach may help maintain high skills, an education-driven strategy is necessary to move England and Wales from the current low skills state. Focus should be on developing underlying values that support a training culture. (SK)

Using cognitive test data to simulate employment selection tests, data from 1,427 Northern Ireland students showed better science curriculum offerings in Protestant schools and differences in science provision for boys and girls. Poor science instruction adversely affects the range of career choices, especially for Catholic girls. (SK)

Evaluation of placements of newly qualified and trainee teachers from Newcastle University over two years concluded that placements not strictly curriculum focused will not be perceived as relevant to teaching. Differences in satisfaction with placements reflect participants' self-image as teachers. (SK)

From a case study of the introduction of National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) in the British petroleum industry emerged three key issues: (1) their credibility depends on how closely they reflect employment standards; (2) context is important; and (3) although NVQs should provide wider access to opportunities, the offshore industry's…

Action planning is a tool for developing individual learning management skills such as self-awareness, planning, information seeking, communication, interpersonal assertiveness, target setting, personal organization, and reviewing. They can be developed through briefing, practice, supported practice, exercises, and modeling. (SK)

The British Careers Service originated in a time of full employment. However, high unemployment has not diminished the role of careers officers. In fact, the Youth Training Scheme has extended and continued their role. (SK)

The visits of three North American adult educators to Australia in the 1960s illuminated concerns of university adult education and highlighted two trends begun then: increasing diversification of overseas influences on Australian adult education and more vigorous growth of distinctly Australian thought and practice. (SK)

Adult and community education neglects museums and art galleries as venues, and museum staff neglect adults as learners in developing educational programming. Both groups should work more closely together. (SK)

In aspiring to professionalism, adult educators currently view their role as facilitation. Instead, there should be substantive emphasis on practical knowledge or know-how, which regards educators' activities as shaped by creativity, reflection, and rationality. (SK)

Evaluation of a workplace literacy program at a mining and processing plant involved interviews with 15 participants. Most used learning guides and valued computer-based learning but disliked videos. Observing and listening helped them move from knowing about to knowing how. (SK)

Critical storytelling in a social work graduate program revealed personal and professional issues: intrusion of life experiences into the educational process, difficulty with being mature students, effects of previous negative educational experiences, and the contradictions and dilemmas inherent in social work. (SK)

The suggestopedic method of teaching, especially the Suggestive Accelerative Learning Technique (SALT), is explained in detail. Its use in a summer intensive language course is illustrated. The importance of removing impediments to the learning process is stressed. (SK)

Expert panels and focus groups in Taiwan examined human resource development competencies that had been identified by the American Society for Training and Development. Although most competencies required of Taiwanese professionals were similar to those in the United States, Taiwanese culture placed more emphasis on career development theory,…

Secondary school-industry programs in Australia include the Australian Student Traineeship Foundation and TRAC, a national cooperative vocational program. These programs feature local involvement in curricula, experiential education, criterion-based assessment, and establishment of new paths into higher education. (SK)