The systems approach is described, and a generalized model for planning and maintaining a career education delivery system in any setting is presented. (Author)

Describes the implementing of a PPBS model at the Shoreline School District near Seattle, Washington. (MB)

Discusses the use of program planning budgeting systems in changing or implementing courses or curriculums. (GB)

The author suggests that the systems approach used in industrial management can help in the planning of special centers for handicaped students in regular schools. Special centers are considered in terms of their growth, benefits, and as a system development. (SB)

The position taken in this article was that the generalized trend toward educational techniques, which rationalize and systematize what all good teachers are doing, threatens teacher autonomy. (Author/RK)

Examines the major reasons for the slow pace of institutionalization of environmental education in schools. Offers the Regional Environmental Learning System (RELS) as a model of a coordinating base for program evaluation and maintenance. Also identifies this concept's specific characteristics and its set of primary roles. (ML)

Prior to improving volunteer services, a leisure agency should have a realistic expectation of the desired accomplishments, both in individual and organizational terms. A systems approach to volunteer management is discussed that includes the components of planning and coordination; recruitment and orientation; training and placement; and…

Developing a clear idea of needs and objectives for any particular school system is the first step in planning for educational processes. (MB)

The problem was a study of the development of a business education model for methods and procedures in Planning, Programming, and Budgeting Systems (PPBS). (Author)

Presents a possible process model for education based on a problem solving referent, and suggests some alternatives for identifying and possibly integrating current thrusts toward the systematic and valid improvement of education. (JF)

The paper considers the role of program planners in ensuring community adjustment of deinstitutionalized severely mentally handicapped persons, especially in light of the provisions of the Budget Reconciliation Act of 1981, which provides a waiver authority to states to increase community programs for the deinstitutionalized population. The paper…