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Direct linkPowell, Douglas R.; Peet, Susan H. – Journal of Applied Developmental Psychology, 2008
The development and evaluation of a parenting intervention based on Sigel's distancing theory and conceptualization of intervention processes is described. An iterative program development strategy was comprised of 3 studies: (1) Results of interviews with lower-income parents of Grades 1-4 children regarding views of children's futures and…
Descriptors: Informal Education, Community Programs, Intervention, Discussion Groups
Download full textBaas, Alan M. – 1973
This review surveys documents and journal articles previously announced in RIE, ERIC's monthly abstract catalogs, dealing with the growth of community schools. The community school is perceived to be the vehicle for the larger concept of community education -- a philosophy of education and society that radically changes the role of the public…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Programs, Community Education, Community Involvement
Gambone, Michelle Alberti – 1997
The Community Change for Youth Development (CCYD) demonstration is an attempt by Public/Private Ventures to create youth programming that can improve young people's present lives and future prospects in a wide range of communities. The core concepts of CCYD are: (1) increasing the number of caring and competent adults in youthUs lives; (2)…
Descriptors: Community Programs, Disadvantaged Youth, Program Development, Program Implementation
Peer reviewedBerridge, Robert I.; Stark, Stephen L. – Community Education Journal, 1975
Presents six short case histories of community education projects in Texas that were implemented using the process model advocated by the Center for Regional Community Education and Texas A & M University. (Author/JG)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Community Education, Program Descriptions, Program Development
Peer reviewedKilar, Jeremy W. – Community College Review, 1975
Community colleges--with their link between culture and community--are natural places for citizen involvement in the American Bicentennial celebration. Activities already undertaken by some junior colleges include the recording of local histories, workshops for teachers, art shows, readers' theaters, and folk science lectures. (Author/NHM)
Descriptors: Community Involvement, Community Programs, Cultural Activities, Program Development
ERIC Clearinghouse on Teacher Education, Washington, DC. – 1986
The concept of wellness is defined and the importance of establishing a healthy lifestyle is discussed. A description is given of the Rochester Institute of Technology Wellness Program, which is typical of the many current programs covering varying aspects of wellness. These programs are offered by private agencies, educational institutions, and…
Descriptors: Community Programs, Health Programs, Life Satisfaction, Program Development
Bozzo, Robert – 1983
This report describes the history and content of a 4-year research effort on the status of programs for promoting physical fitness and exercise. Two phases of the research work are covered. Discussion on Phase One, initial assessment and design, includes: (1) identification of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports programs; (2)…
Descriptors: Athletics, Community Programs, Exercise, Federal Programs
Southwest Educational Development Lab., Austin, TX. – 1978
The parenting and education functions of families, in the context of their homes and communities, are explored. The literature on parent education is reviewed, and a preliminary survey of a number of ongoing parent education programs is conducted. The tasks undertaken were designed to provide a solid theoretical and empirical foundation for…
Descriptors: Community Programs, Family Life Education, Parent Child Relationship, Parent Education
East Orange Public Schools, NJ. – 1964
THE EAST ORANGE EDUCATION PLAZA WAS A PROPOSAL DEVELOPED TO PROVIDE BETTER EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR CHILDREN FROM KINDERGARTEN THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL. THE PHYSICAL STRUCTURE OF THE PLAZA WOULD ENCOURAGE DEVELOPMENT OF A PROGRAM WHICH WOULD APPLY TO ALL KINDS OF STUDENTS. SPECIALIZED TEACHERS AND SPECIAL RESOURCES WOULD BE BROUGHT TOGETHER IN ONE…
Descriptors: Community Programs, Community Services, Enrichment Activities, Equal Education
Aronstein, Laurence W.; Olsen, Edward G. – 1974
By engaging students in community service projects, action learning uses resources of the real world to give students opportunities to participate in performing tasks and making decisions that confront societal problems. Such projects should be decided on after a study of the needs of the community. After a project is selected, all relevant…
Descriptors: Community Action, Community Programs, Experiential Learning, Learning Processes
Voelker, Alan M., Ed. – 1971
Using the premise that one of society's most pressing educational needs is the preparing of personnel to implement and facilitate environmental education programs in schools, teacher preparation institutions, and other educational agencies, the conference focused on identifying "what to do" and "how to do it." Speakers discussed problems to be…
Descriptors: Community Programs, Conference Reports, Curriculum Development, Environmental Education
Daly, Kenneth W. – 1973
This report provides an overall framework for planning the interface between institutions of postsecondary education and the city in or near which they are located. The main thrust of the report suggests: (1) The question of the interface between a postsecondary school and a city can only be answered by those who are "serious" about it; (2) Being…
Descriptors: Cooperative Programs, Higher Education, Postsecondary Education, Program Development
Buffer, Loretta C.; Teaff, Richard R. – 1976
These proceedings summarize the content and activities of a conference attended by continuing education deans and directors in Ohio's public and private 2- and 4-year institutions of higher education, administrators of nursing homes, and community mental health personnel. Focus is on the major goal of the conference: To examine, with respect to…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Community Programs, Conference Reports, Educational Opportunities
Knitzer, Jane; Collins, Ann; Oshinsky, Carole; Stout, Laura; Weiss, Heather; Schilder, Diane; Riel, Elizabeth; Smith, Jennifer C.; Groak, Chris; Howell, Julia; Mitchell, Cheryl; Sherman, Annie; Winslow, Becky – 1998
In 1994, the Carnegie Corporation released "Starting Points: Meeting the Needs of Our Youngest Children," which called for an action agenda to promote responsible parenthood, guarantee quality child care choices, ensure good health and protection, and mobilize communities to support young children and families. In 1996, the Carnegie…
Descriptors: Child Advocacy, Child Welfare, Community Programs, Program Descriptions
Police Executive Research Forum, Washington, DC. – 1998
This monograph provides guidelines for agencies and community groups to develop individualized responses to local gang problems. The manual contains a foundation for understanding the diverse nature of gangs, the problems they pose, and the harm they cause. Two models are presented for addressing gang-related problems. The problem-solving model to…
Descriptors: Community Programs, Delinquency, Juvenile Gangs, Models
