The evaluation strategy adopted by a rural Ontario (Canada) community health center is described, focusing on problems caused by multiple programs, variable and culturally diverse client base, and nontraditional approaches to health and wellness. The evaluation attempted to give a broad picture of the center's dynamics, processes, and efficacy.…

Tests an instrument that will enable universities to assess and evaluate the effects of multicultural campus programming. The tool was validated with two studies, using a sample of university students, faculty members, and staff members. Results indicate that the inventory is both reliable and valid. (RJM)

This commentary on "Natural Supports in the Workplace: The Jury Is Still Out" (Test and Wood), argues that the principles of natural supports should not be subject to empirical testing because they function as a guide to strategy development and strategy selection. Discusses the difficulties in examining natural support strategies. (CR)

Five European institutions devoted to principal training developed the Comenius project "Extra Muros" between 1996-99. Its objectives were understanding the importance of educative action outside the school in order to provide equal opportunity to all students, as well as to promote the awareness of Europe among schools. The project…

The article discusses conceptual principles which underpin development of consultation-based programing for students with mild disabilities, proposes informal standards for ecological evaluation of specific formats, and identifies factors (such as administrative support and participatory planning and decision making) that maximize the potential…

This article describes the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Cole County Community-Based Health Promotion Program, a cardiovascular risk reduction project which targeted Black adults. The program's goal was to enhance lifestyle behaviors in an effort to reduce risk factors and improve health status, utilizing community-based…

Recommendations for developing comprehensive programs for gifted learners based on the Richardson Study focus on administration, the process of discovering talent, program features, staff development, teacher support, and evaluation. The Pyramid model of program options is presented, and program implementation by four school districts is…

The phenomenon of empowerment in evaluation is examined by hypothesizing possible benefits and harms that may accrue from the program development process and the impact both may have on the evaluation. The evaluation of the Health Care Intervention Service of New York State offers an example. (SLD)

Characterizes globalization as a new imperative for U.S. higher education and a new challenge for the accreditation community. Addresses the need for assuring institutional integrity and quality as international programs are developed. Offers recommendations for the initiation and evaluation of international programs. (DMM)

This article describes the establishment of a mentor program in New South Wales (Australia) as one initiative in the education of gifted and talented children. The program focuses on linking motivated students with mentors through development of a mentor database, interviews with student applicants, on-going monitoring, and program evaluation and…

Research on vocational services for methadone clients is reviewed, and preliminary results of an evaluation of a training and employment program for 249 methadone treatment clients in 3 community-based programs are presented. Results suggest the usefulness of vocational services in increasing training access and use. (SLD)

Describes the long-range efforts to develop a comprehensive, multitiered multicultural education program in the Columbus (Ohio) Public School District. The article includes discussions on the philosophical framework underlying the program, staff development, curriculum changes, program planning and evaluation, course descriptions, and program…

Parents can offer a college time, loyalty, and money. Leading roles currently played by parents in campus programs include recruiter, career counselor, political supporter, and fundraiser. Keeping track of parents, organizing and orienting them as volunteers, funding the programs, and assessing the efforts' effectiveness are important elements.…

Presents the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) plan for national guidelines and standards in school libraries. Provides a template and applies the planning model, using the National Association of Secondary School Principals example. Outlines planning and implementation objectives, and discusses strategies, communication tools, and…

Presents a framework to guide evaluation activities for school and community programs that attempt to improve career development outcomes for students K-16. Discusses three essential components to this framework: a comprehensive career development model for students; a framework to identify post-high school outcomes; and a program evaluation…