Reviewed are the implementation strategies and the policy trends of national and regional (western Pacific) population education programs along with the identification of new program goals and emerging needs for cooperative action among the countries in Asia which participated in the UNESCO-sponsored population education consultative seminar in…

Demonstrates via the case study method that techniques of behavior counseling are applicable to change agentry in larger social systems. Describes the use and validation of a behavioral model in program planning, implementation, and evaluation. (RC)

Co-op programs alternate work and study in order to enhance the development of future professionals. Suggestions for writing proposals, working with managers and supervisors, drawing up administrative policies, and recruiting students are offered. The importance of the triadic partners (employer, student, and academic institution) working together…

The primary research goal of the Pennsylvania Department of Education is to help solve problems stemming from recent changes in education. The purposes of this publication are to distribute research products in a consolidated format, to share experience and knowledge with other state agencies, and to encourage the use of research findings as a…

Discusses systems theory applied to alcoholism programing which enables programers to analyze a project for maximum system effectiveness. It is suggested that generating scarce resources, especially clients, and having appropriate services, calls for extensive interorganizational linkages and for sensitive interaction with the environment. (Author)

This book provides a blueprint for educators and administrators who are considering the development of a Registered Nurse/Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN/BSN) program and describes state-of-the-art education programs. It includes case examples for successful programs and information on implementation. The chapters were chosen to make the…

Presents an overview of correctional education programs at the Bexas County Adult Detention Center. Analyzes its institutional systems model and describes problems encountered by the program, including funding and administration. The success of the program in changing attitudes and skills remains to be seen. (JAC)

Discusses the origin and function of Polynesia's first home for the aged. The operation, routine, and factors contributing to resident satisfaction are discussed. The changing life-style in Somoa is explored as the basis for the development of the facility. (RC)

Outlined are the technical briefings on the global overview of the HIV/AIDS predicament, the modes of disease transmission, the global distribution of HIV/AIDS, and the social impact of the epidemic among the countries in Asia which participated in the World Health Organization/UNESCO-sponsored AIDS consultative seminar on AIDS prevention…

Bergen Community College, Middlesex County College, and Union County College are setting up (1) counseling programs to help welfare recipients determine their job interests and skills, (2) job-training courses, and (3) day-care centers for participants children. (MLW)

This document, one in a series developed to provide technical assistance to 22 Long-Term Care Gerontology Centers, consists of two general sections. The first section is devoted to policy issues and themes related to long-term care delivery, including manpower and staffing patterns, coordination, regulation and quality control, teamwork, and…

This monograph, developed as a guide for companies interested in establishing drug abuse programs, begins with a brief summary of studies assessing the extent and costs of employee drug use. The next section addresses some practical and conceptual issues about establishing a drug abuse program. Suggestions for implementing a drug abuse program are…

The Museum of Science and Industry (Chicago) has created a new exhibit, "Technology: Chance or Choice?," which emphasizes the human impact on technology. Development of and techniques used in the exhibit are discussed. The latter include microcomputers placed throughout the exhibit to pose questions about critical issues raised by particular…

The difficulties, mutual interests, and development of successful collaboration between high schools and colleges in achieving better access to and preparedness for higher education of the nation's high school graduates are addressed. It is noted that an increasing awareness of the changing student population, democratization of higher education…

With respect to population education, reports concerning professional training, curriculum issues, program development, information dissemination, educational strategies, and youth counseling are included from China, Korea, Indonesia, India, Vietnam, Fiji, and the Solomon Islands. (JJK)