Presented are guidelines for planning, establishing, and operating gifted/talented programs for exceptional children in Idaho. Topics are outlined which include definitions of terms related to gifted/talented education; general and specific program criteria; criteria for student selection (identification, comprehensive evaluation/assessment,…

This document is the second volume of the feasibility study report for the Wisconsin Elementary Teacher Education Project. It provides in part 1 data on program, planning and budgeting, including cost figures for preparing students in the present and new programs, marginal expenses, and costs for implementing the program on other campuses. Part 2…

This volume presents background information on the project and explains the needs and decisions that actuated its implementation. First year activities and some preliminary teaching material on the concept of PPB (planning-programing- budgeting) in education are also described. The major focus is on a description of the proposed system, a…

This conference paper discusses the role of the Planning, Programing, and Budgeting System (PPBS) in planning for educational programs. Proper PPBS analysis includes (1) correct problem definition, (2) consideration of alternative solutions, (3) ascertainment of peripheral effects of the alternatives, and (4) estimations of the cost and…

This paper outlines the concept of accountability, presents performance contracting as an external response to accountability, and examines the impact of planning, programing, budgeting, and evaluation systems (PPBES) in an accountable system. The major thesis of the paper is that PPBES assists in controlling accountability by specifying…

This document reports the working papers of a research project designed to develop quantitative management techniques applicable to the university environment. The University of Copenhagen was selected as the target institution for the research. Presentation of the papers is divided into four parts: introduction, general information and overview…

This report covers a detailed tabulation of costs and related factors for the years 1971-72, and is divided into two groups. One group of nine has been reporting this data for 5 consecutive years and represents a fairly good cross-section sample of the schools of the area. The other group of ten have reported data for 1 to 4 years. The group of…

The basic purpose of this book is to provide a practical approach for the introduction and installation of a PPB system. Part one describes the components necessary for an operationalized PPB system, suggests methods of achieving those components, and attempts to illustrate some of the risks and problems involved in the developmental process. Part…

This manual discusses the basic concepts of planning, programming, budgeting systems (PPBS) and outlines an approach for implementing PPBS that is consistent with the mandate of the 1971 Indiana General Assembly. The manual is intended to be the first step toward statewide implementation of PPBS in Indiana. The manual is organized in numerous…

Describes the basic concepts and suggested procedures for introducing zero base budgeting. (Author/MLF)

Four human resource managers present their recommendations for establishing training/human resource development departments. They discuss the following elements: chief executive office support, the role of formal needs analysis, the role of operating managers, market research, and having a sense of teamwork. (CT)

Presents tips for organizing and conducting effective science-related field trips. Topics include: Develop a Thematic Approach; Engage Expert Leaders; Provide Important Creature Comforts (transportation and facilities); Supply Useful Learning Materials; Provide Delicious Creature Comforts (food); Create a Comfortable Networking Environment;…

Submitted to the State Legislature by the University and Community College System of Nevada (UCCSN), this 4-year planning report reviews System outcomes for the past decade and funding priorities for 1997 to 2001. The first part provides the UCCSN mission statement, a description of strategic directions, and campus academic plans for the System's…

Designed to assist both grantmaking agencies and applicants for funding, this proposal format describes and provides examples of the components of program planning and proposal writing. Each of the components is followed by a checklist. The first component clearly and concisely summarizes the request. The proposal introduction describes the…

This guidebook is written to assist groups planning to create a responsive and efficient teacher center. It includes a general description of teacher centers, goal options, steps in setting up and staffing teacher centers, program management, and facility planning. Examples of work materials, equipment, catalogues, and curriculum materials are…