Survey of coordinators, teachers, and students in six designated technology schools in Western Australia revealed varying degrees of success in implementing the curriculum. Three crucial factors were identified: (1) continuous coordination by someone with adequate time and resources; (2) thorough documentation; and (3) enough time for faculty to…

A case study of a British secondary school revealed that teacher training did not prepare teachers to implement General National Vocational Qualifications (GNVQs); experienced teachers lacked confidence in GNVQ planning and assessment. Schools teaching GNVQs need to be proactive in mentoring teachers for successful implementation. (SK)

This case study focuses on the ways an inner-city elementary school addresses the needs of students growing up in a "socially toxic" environment by providing a safe and orderly learning environment. Describes the implementation of the ideas of Mortimer Adler and the Paideia Program (1984). (SLD)

Conducted an impact study of the Onward to Excellence (OTE) school-improvement process in 33 elementary, middle, and high schools in rural high-poverty areas in Mississippi. OTE implementation was weak and uneven, and student achievement showed no pattern of change in OTE schools. The four schools with the highest implementation showed somewhat…

Examined the extent to which schools that received Title I funds for schoolwide programs implemented the plans they developed when requesting funds. Results from 10 urban elementary schools show that schools implemented some plan components but did not generally implement instructional innovations included in the plans. (SLD)

Describes the Nebraska Mathematics/Science Framework Project which used reflection and collaboration to develop a framework document that has been a significant motivator to enhance mathematics and science education in Nebraska. The end result is an articulated program of mathematics and science that is guiding other state efforts to improve…

This study explores whether a demonstration designed to persuade addiction treatment agencies to adopt a research-based treatment program and to evaluate the program under field conditions was a successful dissemination strategy. Results suggest that a demonstration, as one component of an ongoing dissemination plan, may be useful in persuading…

Summarizes a study of six matched year-round and traditional-calendar elementary schools in a West Coast district. After 4 years, the year-round programs produced acceptable academic growth in students, compared to controls. Gains were higher for math than reading and slowed after several years. (Contains 31 references.) (MLH)

Examines the school district's role in implementing and maintaining the essential elements of a nine-year statewide improvement project called SPUR (Louisiana's Special Plan Upgrading Reading) five years after the termination of state funding and external support. Onsite visits and survey results indicate that SPUR represents a feasible…

School-to-work (STW) activities were described by 1257 K-12 teachers and 22 administrators in the Oswego County (New York) school system. More school-based than work-based activities were used. Few teachers felt knowledgeable about STW; lack of training and time were barriers. Administrators consistently underestimated the extent of STW…

Examines the impact of a two-year multimedia computer-based program of structured learning and assessment introduced into 15 primary schools in three London boroughs. Reports results of project evaluation that explored the actual effects of the programs during the time span of the project and examined the contexts in which they operated. Focuses…

Summarizes the process of implementation and short-term impact on knowledge and attitudes of an interactive multimedia software program on preventive alcohol education for young adults. Students using program report learning more about dose-response and ways to intervene with friends in peril. Concludes with consideration of the import of this…

Reports results of an evaluation of a 2-year support program for implementing adaptive teaching (individualized instruction) in Dutch elementary schools. Teachers perceived working with personal action plans and cooperating with colleagues as positive activities. Most teachers also experienced sufficient support from school leaders. (Contains 23…

Describes briefly how the junior section of one Hong Kong school handled major problems by adopting a total-quality-management approach to change and restructuring. Describes the school's problems, discusses TQM generally in educational settings, describes the new "homestead" implementation, and comments on teachers' and students'…

Investigates how secondary teachers' perceptions of portfolio implementation barriers changed when teachers participated in a 1-year portfolio implementation effort. Suggests that teachers' apprehension about portfolio barriers increased slightly, but that this increase can be attributable to teachers with little portfolio experience. (SC)