A holistic and teleological approach to individualized FL instruction is proposed as a possible universal pedagogical theory. The following guidelines are offered. Broad goals and specific operational objectives should be defined, and performance testing devices developed. Each student's particular psychological aptitudes and physiological and…

This report spells out the educational needs and criteria in the overall transportation systems field, offering guidelines for the educational community to help renew or develop careers in the changing transportation systems professions. Intended to allow for career mobility for those already employed in transportation, the comprehensive…

This guide was prepared during a 3-day institute to assist those involved in the initiation and continuance of joint in-service training between state Vocational Rehabilitation agencies and Disability Determination Units. The guide is organized around the major considerations in any training program, including: (1) content, which identifies the…

Designed as a guideline for secondary schools, postsecondary vocational technical schools, adult programs, and 2-year colleges, this material should be of assistance to all persons responsible for implementing and administering new and on-going programs in agricultural education. Preparation of the guidelines was initiated at a national Office of…

Hard data related to recidivist rates in the State of Washington are not available but testimony offered to a legislative subcommittee suggests that they may be as high as 70 percent. Given this almost desperate situation, the Joint Committee on Education decided in 1969 to investigate the education programs operated in the correctional…

These guidelines for the use of labor market information are presented in order to improve program planning for vocational education in Pennsylvania by supplying necessary manpower supply/demand data. Once occupational needs are defined for a specific geographic area, a systems approach to program development can be utilized by vocational training…

Intended for school district personnel, the series of 11 articles by professionals in the field is noted to be helpful in designing and developing programs and services for gifted and talented students. Entries are included with the following titles and authors: "Identifying Key Features in Programs for the Gifted" (J. Renzulli);…

Examines Nigeria's National Policy on Education guidelines, specifically focusing on science and technological education. Discusses the development of vocational and technical schools, transfer of technology, and the role of research institutes. Recommendations are made concerning academic survival skills, respect for manual skills, improved…

This booklet is one of five in the Peace Corps (PC) Programming and Training Guidelines collection that provides agency-wide programming and training guidance for PC staff and project partners. It is an introduction to the PC international development strategy. The booklet describes the PC approach to development; how the PC implements its…

Based on a three-year study funded by the Office of Safe and Drug-Free Schools (OSDFS) in the U.S. Department of Education, "Safe and Sound" is a comprehensive and inclusive guide for social and emotional learning (SEL) programming. The guide provides a road map for schools and districts that are launching or adding social, emotional,…

Recent studies have suggested that anxiety disorders in childhood may be prevented and treated with early intervention programs. It is essential that guidelines are available for health professionals to use in the development of these programs. Following an introductory chapter, chapter 2 explains the rationale for early intervention. Chapter 3…

This guide summarizes lessons learned from the author's experience of organizing and moderating five non-pedagogical online conferences that use World Wide Web-based conferencing software, whether synchronous or asynchronous. Seven sections cover the following topics: (1) the pros and cons of online conferencing; (2) setting objectives; (3)…

Provides a metamodel with which counselors can design programs for all populations of parents, particularly low-income. Suggests that education programs can provide training in interpersonal skills and family management skills. Describes development and application of the model and how components might be sequenced for training a particular parent…

Provides specific tips and guidelines for information professionals who are currently administering, or who plan to introduce, end-user search programs. Discusses the reference interview, evaluation of information sources, electronic database standards, pragmatics of access, electronic search strategies, and the role of the information center.…

It is difficult to estimate the costs of not writing thorough IT policy. Misuse of IT resources, whether through ignorance or malice, costs money, as do court cases that can result from abuse. Furthermore, a poor university accreditation report caused in part by poor policy documents will likely have an adverse impact on student enrollment. There…