The Office of English Language Acquisition (OELA) has synthesized key data on English learners (ELs) into two-page sheets on a variety of subjects. The topics for this report on dual language learners and state-funded preschool include: (1) Number of All Children Including Dual Language Learners (DLLs) Enrolled in State-Funded Preschool Programs…

This annual report contains information on the federal funding of the research and development (R&D) components of the agency programs as proposed for the fiscal year 2002. Research and development data are classified into the same federal budget function categories as those used in the "Budget of the United States Government, Fiscal Year…

This report contains information on the federal funding of research and development (R&D) components of agency programs as proposed for the fiscal year (FY) 2001-2003. Research and development data are classified into the same federal budget function categories as those used in "Budget of the United States Government, Fiscal Year…

This annual report contains information on federal funding of research and development for fiscal years 1995, 1996, 1997. Data in the tables of this report were derived from the Survey of Federal Funds for Research and Development for Fiscal Years 1995, 1996, and 1997. They reflect research and development funding levels as reported by 33 federal…

This annual report contains information on the federal funding of the research and development components of agency programs as proposed by the administration for fiscal year 2001. Research and development data are classified into the same federal budget function categories as those used in the "Budget of the United States Government, Fiscal Year…

Quantitative measurements help with understanding the mechanics involved and the role of philosophy in legislative actions. Identification of the key factors and the sequence of decisions is a basic approach to the mechanics of state funding of public higher education. Charts are used to graphically illustrate the relationships and individual…

This report describes the 1979-80 program for financing public K-12 and adult education administered by school districts in Florida. The intent is to supply general information for those having a casual interest in state funding of schools. In addition, the document should be a useful reference for individuals wishing to identify legal…

This report describes the 1978-79 program for financing public schools in Florida. The intent is to supply general information for those having a casual interest in state funding of schools and more detailed descriptions for the school administrator or the student of school finance. In addition, the document should be a useful reference for…

This report contains specific recommendations from the Commission on Teacher Salaries and Incentives for the State of Maryland. It is recommended that salary levels for teachers should be comparable to those of other professions and there should be greater equity of salary levels among the 24 jurisdictions in the state. In delineating incentives…

Prepared in response to the legislative mandate contained in California's Education Code, this report on program-based funding in the California community colleges recommends criteria and standards for the purposes of making budget requests to the governor and legislature for the colleges and allocating state general apportionment revenues. Part I…

This handbook was created to provide the user with an informative reference of the various elements contained in the Louisiana Minimum Foundation Program formula. The MFP formula adopted by the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education and approved by the Legislature determines the cost of a minimum foundation program of education in all…

This report is an annual compilation of state higher education appropriations summarized and placed in a historical context with analysis of short-term and long-term trends. The data were first reported monthly in "The Grapevine," a publication of the Center for Higher Education at Illinois State University. The first section offers an overview…

In Florida, community college enrollments have increased by 41% over the past 5 years. The use of a 3-year average to fund enrollment has penalized those colleges which have grown dramatically. This report analyzes the range of community college expenditures by instructional program; the relationship of instructional expenditures to support…

"Grapevine" presents timely data on state tax legislation, state appropriations for universities, colleges, and junior colleges, and legislation affecting education beyond the high school. This compilation presents issues of "Grapevine," published between 1977 and 1988, containing such articles on community colleges as: (1) "State 2-Year Colleges…

Based on data provided by state directors of community/junior college education, this report reviews state approaches to community college financing. The report includes information from 41 states, representing 96.5% of the total community college enrollments in the country. Section I addresses state-level concerns in community college finance,…