Examines whether unemployment among the aged and failure to use their availability effectively is part of a cost that could exceed the benefits of removing them from the labor force. They challenge the conventional wisdom that young workers benefit from the removal of the aged from the market place. (JOW)

Discusses the complexity of the problem of unwelcome workplace sex. Gives a short history of the issue, the legal problems, advice for handling harassment, and the true cost of an office romance. Discusses training strategies which would be helpful in overcoming the problem. (JOW)

Noting that government agencies can better measure a company's compliance with affirmative action policies if the company uses predictive techniques, two such techniques--the flow model and the optimizing--are described and briefly compared. (SH)

Describes the teacher selection procedure developed by the Upper Darby Pennsylvania School District. (JG)

Describes the evolution of Northwestern University's "Policy on Faculty Conflict of Commitment and Conflict of Interest" and addresses the underlying guidelines that shaped the policy content. Also describes the management procedures designed to provide flexibility in policy implementation to accommodate different university subcultures.…

Provides a starting point for business school faculty who want to expand their courses to include information about acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Discusses the background of the crisis, explores the legal protection available to AIDS victims, summarizes what businesses are doing, and offers suggestions about how business educators…

A study of 58 employers found that many are unaware of the range of practices that can help employees meet work and family responsibilities. These include onsite day care, dependent care accounts, referral to care providers, part-time work, flexible hours, and job sharing. (SK)

In the Federal Republic of Germany, temporary employment has been extensively regulated, whereas the British government has been more permissive. Despite differences in legislation, the level, distribution, and characteristics of temporary employment and workers are very similar. The number of temporary jobs has not grown as expected. (Author/SK)

Twelve key factors influence an organization's ability to learn and change: strategy/vision, executive practices, managerial practices, climate, organizational structure, information flow, individual/team practices, work processes, performance goals/feedback, training/education, individual/team development, and rewards/recognition. (SK)

Surveyed college students (n=116) to determine how they viewed Japanese human resources policies. Policies examined included lifetime employment, hiring, evaluation and promotion, professional skills, salary, training, and holistic concern. Findings revealed that, despite appeal of some of Japan's policies, students were unwilling to trade the…

A survey of 333 Fortune 500 firms received 81 replies indicating that (1) two-thirds formally recognized the value of human resources; (2) most had changed corporate policy regarding human capital; and (3) most training was provided in the ares of new employee orientation, current job needs, customer relations, personal development, and…

Conducted study to determine extent to which domestic partnership policies were adopted by municipalities, corporations, and organizations. Findings from 14 communities and 9 corporations and private organizations suggest that almost all policies include personal sick leave and bereavement leave, about one-half provide health coverage, and almost…

Recommends a systems approach to ensure a positive working environment for campus information technology professionals to help reduce personnel turnover in this critical area. Guidelines include appropriate compensation, reasonable and effective matching of job scope and resources, problem prevention, and balanced professional development. (DB)

Explores whether paid leave leads to longer or shorter interruptions of work. Results, based on a national survey, indicate that women with access to paid leave worked later into pregnancy, were less likely to work during the birth month, and started work sooner once the infant reached two months of age. (RJM)

Addresses concerns about school personnel records and legal precedents regarding privacy. Recommends inclusion in teacher education of content about teachers' privacy rights. Lists fair information practices for schools regarding the accuracy of and access to personnel records. (SK)