Describes a decision analytic approach for multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) in planning special service programs. Presents evaluation information on its application by MDTs in planning individualized education programs, and outlines a six-step process. Suggests utilization of approach allows a complex program planning situation to be disaggregated…

In this article, the Secretary-General of the Federation of Free Farmers of the Philippines reviews the scope and coverage of recent workers' education activities, identifies some weaknesses observed, and lists some points which will need to be considered for the future. (Editor/CT)

Helps organizations determine if they are ready to begin a human resource planning program which requires the organization to analyze current and future personnel requirements, to develop an internal support system providing sound performance management programs, and to develop internal support systems for managing employee careers. (CT)

An experimental study of the impact of a prevocational literacy program on subsequent occupational education for military personnel yielded findings that led to a major redesign of the literacy program. (CT)

In this paper the "Sesame Street" planning documents are analysed. The assumptions about television, curriculum and pedagogy are discussed in relation to the program which has initially developed. The author seeks to show the educational limitations of a preschool program based on models of commercial television and mass advertising.…

The key to successful adult vocational education is an appropriate system of recruitment and delivery in an adult environment. Other considerations include program environment (both within the learning situation and within the parent institution) and professional development of adult education staff. (CT)

Reports on the positive outcomes that resulted from implementing a competency program in writing at a high school. (RL)

Examines public attitudes toward children, poverty, and government. Concludes that the American public tends toward an integrative perspective that values individual initiative even as it supports opportunities for all Americans. Government programs that fit the practical needs of everyday life are favored. Such programs should support personal…

Synthetic estimation, key informant interviews, a telephone survey of agency directors, program budget analysis, construction of a statistical index for estimating optimum allocation of resources, and a review of legislation were among the techniques used to develop a statewide comprehensive substance abuse prevention program for Rhode Island.…

A recent experiment in French second language teacher training in Indonesia, where French culture has little or no historical place, uses teacher evaluation to improve teacher training. The project has also succeeded in bringing together professionals and organizations that generally have had little contact. (MSE)

This survey of local education agencies (N=40) examines educational placement of visually impaired students and related factors that might be helpful in development of placement procedures for day school programs. Widespread acceptance of multiply handicapped children in day school programs appears to be affecting educational placement and related…

An intensive weekend workshop for teachers focusing on foundations of health education, drug education, emotional health, and human sexuality demonstrated that a well-planned and implemented in-service training program can effectively improve teachers' competency in health education. (JD)

Argues that applied research has potential for making important theoretical contributions. Demonstrates the potential contribution of practical applications to theoretical development by discussing the procedures employed and difficulties encountered in developing and assessing Iowa's Program Against Smoking (I-PAS), an adolescent smoking…

A typology of the influencing strategies used in academic decision making in higher education institutions is proposed, then applied to one university program development project. The typology assumes two basic influence modes (pressure and legitimization) and seven types of organizational resources (expertise, money, information, time, rules,…

Reviews the origins of information resources management (IRM) in the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1980, the Act's implementation and its 1995 reauthorization of appropriations, and current challenges confronting IRM. Discusses linking IRM to program performance, clarifying roles to improve accountability, and the integration of access and…