Described is a comprehensive special education plan for Marion County, West Virginia prepared by the technology and education department at West Virginia University. The rationale for special education in the country is discussed in terms of national and local historical developments and implications are suggested from reviews of current…

This report on a 4-month survey was made to assist in the academic planning for the urban (Buffalo) campus of Erie Community College. The Office of Institute Research reviewed current literature and (by interview, questionnaire, and group discussion) sought opinions from educators, businessmen, community leaders, and students. It collected data on…

Papers at this university extension conference discussed problems in administering and funding Title 1, Higher Education Act of 1965; prospects for building institutional capacity for community service; a plan for the application of Title 1; objectives for universities and Title 1 agencies; and a multiphased design for applied research and…

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…

The goal of the Manpower Educational Services Project at the University of Houston was, in the short run, to explore using a university's capability and position in the community to contribute to the understanding and functioning of manpower programs in its geographic area. In the long run, it was hoped that a permanent center could be established…

Ways in which community college systems might better serve the needs of minority and disadvantaged students through planning are suggested. A number of organizational variables that appeared to affect achievement in 10 previous OEO state planning projects are presented and discussed. The variables are divided into three structural levels: state…

This is a manual on planning land and water use seminars for citizen leaders. It draws on experience of 17 such seminars. This publication updates information on governmental and institutional tools useful to citizens seeking solutions to their water resource problems. Organizational techniques outlined are adaptable to small local conferences,…

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…

In addition to providing a detailed description of the method in which the Des Moines project operates, this handbook explores the key elements in a community-based corrections approach. It presents evaluation data, describes the experience of several communities which undertook to replicate this approach, and discusses the process by which other…

Summarized is a study to determine the degree to which Michigan vocational teachers and administrators use or plan to use local advisory committees for planning, equipping, staffing, and reviewing local programs, and their degree of commitment to the concept. Researchers conclude that improvement is needed in all areas of concern. (AJ)

One of the most difficult school-community relation problems relates to the principal's involvement with the teachers and parents of the area. Poor communication and limited time are chief contributors to the problem and improvement requires a firm plan of operation. Here are eight ideas that can be utilized in developing a program of effective…

The Richmond Volleyball Association is an example of a meaningful sports program offered to urban school children and developed as a result of individual physical education student interest. (MJB)

The author outlines approaches for industrial educators in helping to resolve energy conservation problems, including curriculum development in all grades, staff development, operations facilities, and learning activities. He names several sources of information on energy information and education. (MF)

Describes the partnership between the Dallas Independent School District and local citizens that came about because of an editorial that advised that education must become an obsession to reduce student pregnancy, drug abuse, and dropouts. Discusses factors that have contributed to the success of the program. (JOW)

This article traces efforts toward establishing a guiding framework for community college faculty development as integrated with professional, organizational, and program development. It emphasizes informal learning among professionals and an organizational learning system. (JOW)