If the United States is to be competitive in the global market, students must first learn to work with one another. Using cooperative and collaborative learning in the college classroom requires attention to group formation and composition, group dynamics, assessment of student work, and the design of group tasks. (MSE)

It is suggested that many of the problems in higher education rest in the top tier of research institutions, and that critics ignore the commitment to students and teaching at most institutions, where the majority of faculty teach. The problem is not faculty shortsightedness or avarice but institutional financial problems. (MSE)

It is proposed that, because college faculty unions have the responsibility of promoting members' professional and economic status, they should initiate and support qualified faculty development programs. New faculty in particular should work with faculty and administrative leaders to ensure that their personal development and institutional goals…

A study investigated the extent to which college student commitment to promoting racial understanding is related to the characteristics of entering students and of the college environment. Variables examined include demographic characteristics, living arrangements, institutional characteristics, peer attitudes, faculty attitudes, cocurricular…

The report of a study of 18 junior faculty in varying stages of tenure eligibility at a research university presents the experiences of two, a man and a woman, felt to be representative of faculty experiences and perceptions. Issues addressed include peer relationships, competition, publishing, performance feedback, social expectations, personal…

A study examined college faculty (n=485) perceptions about the role the department head should and does play in awarding of tenure. Of 19 roles played by department heads, 13 were seen by respondents as facilitating tenure acquisition. Almost half of those roles were administrative; research roles were also seen as important. (MSE)

A study of 104 junior faculty at a research university attempted to develop a model of career development for tenure-track assistant professors and to demonstrate the effect of specific teaching and research activities on success in achieving tenure and promotion. Results and implications for institutional policy are discussed. (MSE)

Guidelines for college faculty considering scholarly publication are offered including dealing with time constraints; selecting a journal; determining desired styles; determining dangers of multiple submissions; understanding the refereeing process; and retaining copyright. (DB)

Guidelines for college faculty considering book publication are offered. Guidelines address the book contract; book advances; selecting an agent; the role of the collaborator; the book proposal; the outline and sample chapter; maximizing book publicity; sending the proposal to several publishers; dealing with rejection; communication with the…