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PDF pending restorationBlackman, James A.; And Others – 1983
The monograph describes the first 5 years' operation of the Iowa Infant Follow-up Program which stresses the early detection and treatment of children at risk for developing disabling conditions. The program has six components: (1) implementing a statewide process for identifying and tracking infants and children at risk for later developmental…
Descriptors: Developmental Disabilities, Handicap Identification, Health Services, High Risk Persons
Download full textIowa State Dept. of Education, Des Moines. – 1989
This guide is designed to help administrators and teachers develop curriculum and improve instruction in multicultural, nonsexist education in response to a 1985 mandate from the Iowa State Assembly requiring the coordination of curriculum across subject matter lines at all levels of education. Multicultural, nonsexist education (MCNSE) is a…
Descriptors: Cultural Awareness, Elementary Secondary Education, Intercultural Programs, Interdisciplinary Approach
Iowa State Dept. of Public Instruction, Des Moines. Div. of Special Education. – 1988
The report and an accompanying executive summary of a statewide needs assessment on young handicapped children in Iowa examine services available, effectiveness of services, and needed changes. The introduction provides an overview of State Planning Grants, Iowa's history of early childhood special education, and this project's approach to…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Delivery Systems, Disabilities, Early Childhood Education
Iowa State Dept. of Education, Des Moines. Div. of Community Colleges. – 1990
The Iowa Adult Basic Education Assessment Study was conducted to document the qualities of excellence, accountability, and purpose that are present in Iowa's adult basic education (ABE) program. A six-step documentation procedure included creation of an ABE task force; submission of written assessment reports from ABE coordinators; development,…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Community Programs, Evaluation Methods, Program Effectiveness
Iowa State Dept. of Education, Des Moines. Bureau of School Administration and Accreditation. – 1990
The pamphlet is intended to help local Iowa school curriculum committees implement the gifted and talented component of their school's multicultural, nonsexist education plan. First, basic definitions of 11 terms such as "multicultural education,""giftedness," and "disadvantaged" are provided. Next, the rationale and…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Educational Philosophy, Elementary Secondary Education, Gifted
Peer reviewedGerlovich, Jack A.; Miller, Jim – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Described is a plan used in Iowa to remove stockpiled, unwanted chemicals from storeroom shelves. Points out that the plan takes 12-15 months to complete. Notes the average cost per district was $575. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Hazardous Materials, Laboratory Safety, Occupational Safety and Health
Aspen Systems Corp., Rockville, MD. – 1991
The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) is a congressionally mandated statistical survey of educational achievement of U.S. students in a variety of curriculum areas and of changes in that achievement over time. The National Assessment Governing Board (NAGB) established new standards for reporting the results that resulted in three…
Descriptors: Achievement Gains, Achievement Rating, Grade 8, Group Testing
Iowa State Dept. of Education, Des Moines. – 1992
This manual covers laws and regulations, responsibilities, policies, equipment, communication, and guidelines for transporting Iowa public school students with specific disabilities. The first section summarizes requirements of federal and state law, followed by a section on responsibilities of such entities as the Department of Education, the…
Descriptors: Ancillary School Services, Bus Transportation, Compliance (Legal), Court Litigation
