Discussed are a review of related literature, a review of other programs, a survey to determine the actual learning environment of the other programs, a review of student demographics, the group decision process (a Delphi exercise), and the evaluation of the program components. (CW)

Argues for the consideration of five major components that must be addressed within each local school or school system: 1) curriculum; 2) methodology; 3) organization; 4) administration; and 5) staff development. Emphasizes the support and active involvement of the local superintendent of education in this reading improvement process. (RAE)

Curriculum needs can be identified and curriculum developed using the instructional design process. A fictional scenario and instructional design components are provided for those educators interested in incorporating virtual reality into the curriculum. Sample items of questionnaires are appended. (AEF)

The Brunel University (England) education department worked with evaluation teams from two local education authorities to develop a faculty development program for local colleges. The origins, design, implementation, and response to the modular program are described as is the "in house consultancy" model developed by the program. (MSE)

This article reviews the development of a collaborative interdisciplinary graduate program in services to infants at the University of Illinois. The program's framework includes collaboration across and within departments, in course work within and across disciplines, and in clinical supervision. (DB)

Miles Park School views outreach to families, community groups, and businesses as necessary for educational success. Support programs in tutoring, counseling, and high school equivalency for parents are offered, while parents participate in grant-writing, instruction, and program development. Describes the school's drug prevention program. (CJS)

Summarizes the implementation of a new General Education Program at Kean University, which sets forth a vertical, skills-based curriculum. The program directly addresses developmental education, calling for a restructuring of ways to deliver it and a vision for incorporating it into the University curriculum. (VWC)

Article presented suggestions for seeking political goals and favorable political decisions vital to the survival of the programs in art education. (Author/RK)

A scheme that can be used in developing objectives and procedures to insure continuity between the definition of needs and the subsequent solution design. (Author)

Described an educational experiment at Kent State University that would serve the purposes of reuniting faculty and students in a more intimate learning environment and provide the university with a program in which experimentation with innovative ideas could be stimulated and evaluated. (Author/RK)

THE FOREIGN LANGUAGE ARTICULATION COMMITTEE OF THORNTON, ILLINOIS, REPORTED TO THE TOWNSHIP STEERING COMMITTEE UPON THE SPECIFICS FOR BUILDING LANGUAGE PROGRAMS FROM THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LEVEL THROUGH JUNIOR COLLEGE. THE REPORT COVERS CONTINUITY OF A CHOSEN LANGUAGE, TEACHING METHODS, EVALUATION, COOPERATION WITH OTHER CURRICULUM AREAS,…

This document outlines a plan of action intended to upgrade instructional programs for Hawaii's public school students. The plan involves three phases. Phase I (1976-1977) was intended to determine desired educational outcomes and assess current programs and the curriculum management system. During Phase II (1977-1978), proposals for program…

This annual report on instructional development activity, which was designed to improve the quality of education available at Illinois State University, is organized around four types of instructional development activity. These programs described here are: (1) Instructional Development Program that provides support funds on an approved proposal…

The California Right to Read program is for schools interested in changing or revising their reading programs. Right to Read offers services and materials designed to guide schools through program planning. This approach is based on the philosophy that California Right to Read can most effectively serve a school by working with its staff to plan…

Information on the development of a welding program and curriculum is presented to assist instructors and administrators in the implementation of a training program. The American Welding Society is recommended as an authoritative source for assistance. (EC)