Two papers examine proposed programs for the disabled in developing nations of Asia and practical drawbacks to integrated education for handicapped pupils in developing countries. The first paper contrasts government rehabilitation policy and planning in Asian countries with the strategies currently advocated by international organizations in the…

Describes the mechanics of the development of a school-based reading policy; outlines the planning week, including grade meetings to prepare policy statements, production of a working paper by the reading committee, staff meetings to discuss the draft policy, and the production of a final policy by the reading committee. (FL)

A two-week workshop was held by the United Nations Children Fund and the World Health Organization for planners of training in primary health care (PHC) to increase their ability to plan effectively for PHC training. The emphasis was on placing training within the national context and ensuring that people would be trained to meet national goals.…

The Fulmer Industry Education Project, developed to interest 9- to 14-year-old gifted students in applied science, technology, and engineering careers in the United Kingdom, is described. Aspects discussed include the conceptual framework; and teaching approaches used during half-day sessions, weekend courses, and one-week activities. (Author/MC)

The development of a local scheme of collaboration between sixth forms and further education to extend educational opportunities for 16-19 year olds is explained by the head of one of the participating schools. (Editor)

The text is presented of a statement made by the Honorable Harry C. Parrott, Minister of Colleges and Universities, to the Ontario legislature, concerning the background to the formation of, and the potential functions of an advisory body, the Industrial Training Council. (SA)

Describes the system of primary-school performance indicators employed within one (British) local educational authority (LEA), focusing on the link between performance indicators and the LEA's concurrent efforts to support school improvement. Describes a research program to translate the performance indicators into specific targets for improvement…

Mass illiteracy is recognized by many Nigerians as a debilitating malady that must be addressed if the nation is to make developmental headway. The Mass Literacy Campaign, launched to attempt to reduce illiteracy, has not made a significant impact because of poor planning, poor funding, poor programs, and inadequate staff. (JOW)

Focuses on the challenge of formulating policy and programs for local economic development with sensitivity to the personal and interpersonal potential of the unemployed and the needs of local communities. Indicates that if community workers are to work with both the unemployed and with economic development experts and agencies, they must be…

The Hilton College Farm School is a primary school providing for the educational needs of children in a rural area of Natal, South Africa. Described are the school's historical development, funding sources, staffing, and development of an affiliated pre-primary school. (JDD)

Since guidelines were laid down by the Council of State in Finland in 1978, vocational adult education has been the subject of extensive planning and preparation. The result has been reports, concrete experiments, and development projects including vocational adult education centers. (JOW)

Voices of Pioneers section features Margaret Harrison of United Kingdom who founded HOME-START movement in Leicester, England, in 1973. Notes that HOME-START now has 150 programs throughout United Kingdom and in other countries and that program trains volunteers to offer support, friendship, and practical help to young families under stress in…

People with Disabilities Uganda has a corps of 150 online volunteers who work on research, website management, newsletters, marketing and promotions, and program development. People volunteer online for convenience and anonymity. Management of online volunteers requires attention to written communication; a web group is a useful management tool.…

Analysis of European transnational adult learning projects found the following: learners must be central; cultural organizations are essential gateways; new intermediaries are developing; local alliances and linkages are paramount; some topics resist transnational transfer; and cultural and linguistic barriers must be addressed. (SK)

Presents conceptual framework based on integration of basic domains affecting psychologists' practice which led to the development of a database model of alternative school psychological services. This approach attempts to provide guidance to program development of service delivery based upon empirical data that examines children's functioning and…