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A Marketing Approach To Conducting Successful Workshop-Based Programs For Faculty, Linda Hilsen, Emily (Rusty) Wadsworth, Judy Cohen

To Improve the Academy: A Journal of Educational Development

A Marketing Orientation: The Key to Successful Workshops

Marketing Research: Identifying the Needs of Your Target Market

Marketing Your Workshop: Planning, Implementation and Control

Planning: Product

Product: Choosing a Presenter

Product: Getting the Presenter Ready

Product: Choosing a Format, Length, and Date

Planning: Promotion

Planning: Place

Implementation

Implementation: Place

Implementation: Product

Control

Conclusion

Notes

Appendix A

Appendix B

Appendix C

Non-Traditional Intervention Strategies For Improving The Teaching Effectiveness Of Graduate Teaching Assistants, Jody D. Nyquist, Ann Q. Staton-Spicer

To Improve the Academy: A Journal of Educational Development

Standard-Other Model

Self-as-Model

Video Coaching

References

A Curriculum Review And Coordination And Articulation Study Of The Niantic-Harristown Unit School District #6, David O. Bills

Masters Theses

Reform of the public schools is a major issue in Illinois today. Numerous reports claim that public education is mediocre at best. These reports have fostered public concern that has led to a call for school accountability that has caused those involved in education to take a close look at their schools. In this atmosphere of school accountability, a careful and thorough examination of the school curriculum by the local administration can be useful.

Strong instructional leadership from the Superintendent of Schools in a local school district is an important characteristic of an effective school. In the face of state …

The Relationship Between The Individual's Educational And Professional Backgrounds And The 1985 Florida Merit Program, James Roger Dearing

Retrospective Theses and Dissertations

This research was designed to investigate whether there are any significant relationships between the individual's educational and professional backgrounds and the 1985 Florida Master Teacher Program. This study included information collected on 2,245 (72%) respondents out of 3,390 teachers who were selected as meritorious in Florida's 1985 program.

Two instruments were used in data collection. One was the set of Frame Factor Data which was obtained from the Merit Teachers' Summative Observation forms. The Frame Factor Data included: method of classroom presentation, number of students in the observed classes, number of students in upper and lower academic quartiles, number of …

The Homeschool Enrichment Center: A Handbook For Implementation, Linda Maude Anderson

All Master's Theses

A handbook was compiled, explaining how to implement an enrichment center for homeschooled children. The author coordinated an educational enrichment center in Bremerton, to meet certain needs of home educated children and their parents in the community. Research was also done on two other home school enrichment centers. The handbook, written to answer many inquiries on how to start up similar enrichment centers in other communities, covered what an enrichment center is, how to organize and begin one, costs, schedules, qualifications, descriptions, questions and answers.

Hiring Practices At An Independent College, Richard W. Platt

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article details the hiring process for communication faculty at Marist College, an independent liberal arts institution with a growing communication arts program. It outlines institutional structures, administrative procedures, and decision-making protocols involved in recruitment and selection. Emphasis is placed on the interaction between program-level planning, divisional coordination, and centralized administrative approval. The paper documents each stage of hiring—from needs assessment and position authorization to advertisement, search committee formation, candidate evaluation, interviewing, and appointment. The description highlights the integration of affirmative action compliance, equitable search practices, and procedural transparency. Faculty expectations include teaching, research, and service responsibilities consistent with the …

Aca News

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This issue of ACA News provides organizational updates and reports on leadership transitions, conference activities, and new administrative initiatives within the Association for Communication Administration (ACA). J. Robert Wills of the University of Texas at Austin assumed the ACA presidency, succeeding Robert K. Tiemens, while Robert M. Smith of Wichita State University was named President-Elect. Newly elected Executive Committee members included Robert E. Davis, Martha Nell Hardy, and James Symons. The bulletin also lists referees and paper submission data for the 1986 publication year, reflecting high participation and a 32% acceptance rate. Salary data from national sources are summarized for …

Minutes Of The Executive Committee Meeting Chicago November 12, 1986

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

The annual meeting of the Association for Communication Administration (ACA)'s Executive Committee, held in November 1986 in Chicago, Illinois.

The State Of Mass Communication, Ellen Wartella

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article evaluates the state of mass communication as an academic field, examining its organizational, educational, and theoretical conditions in the mid-1980s. The discussion situates mass communication within a context of growing public, institutional, and industrial interest in media and communication technologies. Three major areas are identified. Organizationally, the field is experiencing departmental consolidation and debate over nomenclature as traditional speech and journalism programs merge into unified communication units. Educationally, enrollments are expanding rapidly, yet faculty shortages and an industrial hiring model threaten academic rigor. Theoretically, the discipline faces tensions between professional training and liberal arts orientations, as well as …

The Master Of Fine Arts: Making Good Better, August W. Staub, B. Don Massey

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article traces the historical development, institutional acceptance, and current challenges of the Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree, particularly in theatre. Originating as a terminal degree in the visual arts, the MFA evolved as a professional credential for artist-teachers and was later adopted in drama, music, and dance. The discussion reviews the MFA’s growing legitimacy as an alternative to the studio doctorate, its international appeal, and its role in integrating artistic practice with academic standards. Persistent issues identified include program proliferation, curricular dilution, and inconsistent admission practices driven by enrollment pressures. The authors note disciplinary peculiarities of theatre, where …

Excellence In Education: The States Take Charge / Education For A Democratic Future. Equity And Excellence: Toward An Agenda For School Reform, Robert W. Glenn

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

Two books are reviewed: "Excellence in Education: The States Take Charge," by Denis P. Doyle and Terry W. Hartle; "Education for a Democratic Future: Equity and Excellence: Toward an Agenda for School Reform."

Membership Of The Faculty Senate, 1987-1988, Georgia Southern University

Faculty Senate: Membership Lists

No abstract provided.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 62, No. 28, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Klausnitzer, Dorren. Barnes-Campbell Dwellers Hot Over 40 False Fire Alarms
• Malmer, Victoria. Abuse of Faculty/Staff Lots Prompts New Parking Rule
• Klausnitzer, Dorren. New Courses Aim for Sharper Writing
• $8.45 Million from Bond Sale Available Soon
• University of Louisville Game Open to Any Student with Full Time ID
• Actor Named Nominee for National Award – Eric Tichenor
• Hall Budget Bill Nears University Approval
• Employee Parking Solution Could Be as Simple as ABC
• Barry, Julia. Editorial Cartoon – Faculty Children Parking
• Campus Parking Debate Continues
• McLafferty, Melissa. …

Ua3/7/7 Scrapbook File, Wku President - Alexander

WKU Administration Documents

Clippings regarding WKU during December 1986.

Perception Of Women Public School Superintendents In Five Southeastern States (Arkansas, Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina), Peace U. Anyaocha

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The problem of the study was to determine the perceived leadership behavior of female superintendents as compared to male superintendents. An instrument was constructed from American Association of Secondary Administrators' recommendations for superior performance of school administrators and subsequently validated. A demographic data sheet accompanied the survey instrument. The subjects were selected from southern states in which there were more than five women superintendents officially listed by the State Board of Education. The states included Arkansas, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. The survey instrument was forwarded to 350 subjects; 172 subjects responded from the five states. The sample …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 62, No. 23, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Crouch, Donna. Wilting Tobacco Industry Worries Future Farmers
• Cold Brew(ing) – Winter
• Hutcherson, Jackie. Eugene Evans, Mary Miller Square Off in Regent Debate
• Hog Thieves Must Pay Back $4,383
• Jessie, Lisa. More Scholarships Needed, Associated Student Government Says
• Fan Bus Sponsored – Basketball
• Our Endorsement and Apologies to Dr. Eugene Evans
• Barry, Julie. Editorial Cartoon - Faculty Regent Election
• Krenzin, Joan. Applauds Grise Parking Lot Decision?
• Adams, Scott. Give Letters to Students
• Struck, Angeal. Copper-plated Coin a Necessary Nuisance – Pennies
• Parrott, David & Aaron …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 62, No. 21, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• White, Douglas & Lisa Jessie. Changes in Parking Lots Discussed
• Pack, Todd. City’s Reworded Noise Ordinance Targets Greeks
• Schlagenhauf, Ann. New Gang of Bikers Promotes Fun, Safety – Wester Flyers Cycling Club
• 2 Western Students Injured in Car Wreck Still in Hospital – Susan Jolly, Brigid Millea
• Klausnitzer, Dorren. Student Seeking Record Amount of Donations – Phonathon
• $100,000 Would Be Better Spent on One Hang Out
• Barry, Julia. Editorial Cartoon – Hang Out Committee
• Baughman, Henry. The Rest of the Story – Regents
• Keller, Ben. …

News & Views - Vol. 05, No. 04 - November 10, 1986, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1983-1991, News & Views

No abstract provided.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 62, No. 16, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Jessie, Lisa. Alternatives to Goalpost Considered
• White, Douglas. Dorms Could Get Laundries of Their Own
• Hoppes, Lynn. Student Body Builders Muscle into Capitol Arts Show
• Koniak, Joe. Balloonist, Glider Drop Everything to Start New Sport – Jim Napier
• Turner, Todd. Western Radio Moves to New Music - WKRX
• WKRX Has Done Tuneup, but Western Must Help
• Humphreys, Mack. Magic Elixirs to Modern Medicine, the Cure for Baldness Stays Elusive
• Barry, Julia. Editorial Cartoon - Laundry
• Singing the Laundry Blues
• Boemker, Mary, et al. Parents Weekend …

Newsletter Vol. X, No. 4, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate newsletter. This issue includes articles:

• Faculty Regent Election
• The Chair/Head Committee
• The First Tom Jones Symposium
• Faculty Evaluation
• COSFL
• Vice President Haynes' Address to the Senate
• Hahn, Jung. Letter to the Editor
• Collins, Camilla. Letter to the Editor re: Sexist Comments

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting October 17, 1986, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes
• Correspondence
• Sara Swickard Pre-School Presentation
• Introduction of Western Student Association Officers
• Remarks by the President
• The Evaluative Process in Psychiatric Occupational Therapy
• Gift Report
• Grant Report
• Personnel Report
• Recommendation re Campus Services Building Construction Contract
• Recommendation re Salt and Sand Storage Building
• Recommendation for Water Easement for Campus Services Building
• Recommendation re Long-Term Leases of East Campus Residence Hall Facilities
• Recommendation re Presidential Salary
• Recommendation re Revision of Alumni Association Bylaws
• Change in Order of Agenda
• Report on Groundwater Project
• Public Comments
• Executive Session
• Acquisition of Property
• Committee Reports
• Adjournment

News & Views - Vol. 05, No. 03 - October 14, 1986, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1983-1991, News & Views

No abstract provided.

Ua1b5 Introducing The New Faculty & Administrative Staff 1986-87, Western Kentucky University

WKU Administration Documents

List of new WKU faculty and staff.

Ua3/7/7 Scrapbook File, Wku President - Alexander

WKU Administration Documents

Clippings regarding WKU during October 1986

A Program Of Faculty Development For Small College Career Satisfaction, Thomas W. Duncanson, Alberto Gonzalez

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This paper proposes a model of faculty development designed to enhance career satisfaction and professional retention among small college teachers. Recognizing that such institutions often experience high faculty turnover and limited professional support, the authors argue that sustained faculty vitality depends on cultivating collegiality, autonomy, and scholarship. Collegiality is presented as a political and ethical mode of academic governance that requires shared purpose, participatory decision making, and ongoing reflection on the moral obligations of teaching. Autonomy is defined as disciplined self-direction rather than individualism, representing both personal growth and institutional benefit. Scholarship is examined as a balance between the reproduction …

A Student Communication Consulting Firm: An Experiential Education Option, Dorothy E. Freeman

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article describes the establishment of a student communication consulting firm at Ball State University as a model of experiential education in applied communication. Created in 1984 with minimal investment by eight students, the firm, Pentad Affiliates, provided consulting services in organizational diagnostics, professional presentations, sales training, interpersonal skills development, and employment preparation. Operating largely within the university but also serving private and public sector clients, the firm generated revenue while offering students direct experience in research, marketing, and professional communication. The discussion outlines administrative structures, faculty support requirements, and procedures for program initiation, including needs assessment, student selection, and …

Selling Communication To The Campus, William Demougeot

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This article presents a set of promotional strategies to improve the institutional visibility and perceived legitimacy of communication departments, particularly in the context of declining enrollments and misconceptions about academic rigor. Based on initiatives implemented at North Texas State University, the discussion outlines several tactics for altering negative perceptions among students, faculty, and administrators. Public events such as Communication Awareness Week, faculty debates, and colloquia were used to display the field’s intellectual range and practical value. The department also developed targeted outreach through campus media, orientation materials, and collaborations with other academic units. Raising standards in basic courses, such as …

Media And The Small College: Try Cable, Ellen Hay

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This essay examines cable television as a pragmatic pathway for small colleges to develop media capacity despite constrained budgets. It outlines the evolution of cable from signal delivery to a platform that reserves channels, facilities, and training for local access, and it surveys instructional and production uses at multiple institutions. A case study describes an introductory television production course and an arts survey at a small private university that leveraged a local cable franchise for studio time, portable equipment, editing facilities, technical support, and airtime. The initiatives expanded curricular offerings, created student produced content for community audiences, and demonstrated a …

Communication Arts And Sciences In Transition, Douglas M. Trank, Sanuel L. Becker, Barbara Hall

Association for Communication Administration Bulletin

This study presents a comprehensive appraisal of the state of communication arts and sciences departments in U.S. higher education during the mid-1980s. Drawing on survey data from 373 institutions, the research examines departmental organization, faculty demographics, curricular emphases, and budgetary trends. Findings reveal a field in ongoing transition, marked by diverse departmental structures and naming conventions, frequent reorganizations, and the separation of traditional areas such as theatre, mass communication, and speech pathology into independent units. Faculty data indicate modest levels of tenure and continuing gender disparities, though representation of women and minorities is increasing. Salary levels and resource distributions vary …