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Analyzes results from a study that examined how experienced teachers work with students in the early stages of writing. Examines the process of composition as involving a cycle of two phases: engagement and reflection. Children's difficulties in sustaining their attention across successive phases of this cycle are attributed to specific problems with transcription and with their grasp of the constraints shaping the writing task. (Author/VWL)

A study of 228 effective and 71 ineffective primary literacy teachers and observation of teaching (n=28, 10) identified primary characteristics of effectiveness: contexualized use of a range of literacy skills and knowledge and making explicit the purposes and process of literacy through modeling and demonstration. (SK)

A survey compared the behavior of male (n=440) and female (n=435) city managers. Results showed that women city managers are more likely than their male counterparts to incorporate citizen input, facilitate communication, and encourage citizen involvement in their decision-making process. (JOW)

Examines how a new principal at a historically low-performing high school brought about changes in the school culture and in student achievement. Describes how the principal emphasized achievement at the highest levels through heroes and heroines, rites and rituals, stories, governance and leadership, symbols, enforcing expectations, and serving as the "high priest" of the high-achievement culture. (SR)

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Urges transition teams to have stronger interaction with school counselors, who possess expertise in assessment and planning for success in post-school domain. A Transition Intervention Model for School Counselors is provided that offers possible systemic alternatives that facilitate access to counselor expertise within transition-team structures. (Author/CR)

The conceptualization of more innovative transition-intervention frameworks has become crucial for students with disabilities. A model incorporating school counselors as an additional resource in facilitating special education students' transitions to adult life is proposed. Systemic alternatives that creatively use counselor expertise within transition planning teams are discussed. (EMK)

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Examines the learning profiles of students in political science courses at a private liberal arts college. Using the Kolb Learning Style Model, demonstrates that students in political science courses use a variety of learning styles. Suggests that instructors expand their teaching methods to address a broader number of learning styles. (DSK)

The article presents an illustrated overview on rhinoplasty, a surgical process of altering the form and function of the nose. Topics covered include the indications and contraindications for rhinoplasty, the management of acute nasal bone fracture and nasal obstruction, and a discussion of the technical principles of rhinoplasty along with the patient journey and rhinoplasty after-care.

Describes the physics of Doppler ultrasound used in measuring the velocity of blood flow. Discusses medical applications of this technique. (Author/MKR)

Presents demographic data on persons attending a national leadership conference. Study aimed to increase understanding of organizational leadership, provide insights into who is active, and determine whether this contingent is representative of the whole field. Gives details on educational attainment, institutional affiliations, age, and other factors. (RJM)

Presents the Middle East as a circumterral (rimmed by interpenetrating inland seas) rather than circumthallasic (lands surrounding the Mediterranean Sea). Contends that, in a circumterral setting, domination by a single nation is made difficult by the weight of the land masses that project into the seas. (CFR)