The purpose of the project was to develop a reality-based simulator with training materials as one component of preservice and inservice training programs for persons in leadership positions in public residential institutions for the mentally handicapped. In order to identify the responsibilities and problems of leadership personnel, site visits,…

The purpose of this paper is to suggest some steps that must be taken to convert network planning into reality, based upon experiences in New York State. The importance of study committees, both for making sound plans and involving library and state leadership at the earliest stage in the implementation process is emphasized. The first action step…

Within the classical framework of the camp counselor's role, this 446-page book discusses the details of everyday camp life and the dynamics of the counselor's role, as well as providing a philosophical frame of reference for the values of outdoor education and of ecology. Beginning with a history of organized camping in the United States, Part I…

Intended as "a practical guide to the development of Native American Studies programs, Native American Studies courses, and Indian-oriented higher education programs," this handbook places emphasis upon materials actually utilized in the development of Native American Studies at the University of California, Davis, and in the creation of…

This booklet uses the example of Micro-U--a hypothetical example intended as a training tool-- to illustrate the application of WICHE's basic Management Information Systems (MIS) concepts. Micro-U embodies a microcosm of higher education management problems related to the instructional functions MIS is designed to address. This initial version of…

Concerned with developing a master plan for interlinking recreational trails throughout Cook County, Illinois, this document consists primarily of proceedings of a conference on trails in an urban setting. Presentations are Urban Trails: A Tremendous Recreation Opportunity; Legal Considerations; Development; Utilities; Planning; Getting Started;…

This paper presented the concepts underlying an evaluation model which has been developed and used for several years. The model emphasizes the synergism necessary for optimal evaluation strategies. The model is divided into four domains: (1) policy, (2) program development, (3) instruction, and (4) feedback. It is synergistic in that (1) its…

This paper presents the results of research conducted to develop a model or a conceptual framework fo the study of project management in the field of educational research and development. The basic framework incorporates two dimensions; (1) the project and (2) its environment. Four project components; task, temporary management system, project…

Assembled are the ideas, techniques, and written documents of a 3 year, five county vocational skills training program designed to provide vocational skills and counseling to blind and partially sighted students in grades 7 through 14 within regular vocational classes. Technical and industrial arts, homemaking, and work experience are vocational…

Intended for local school administrators, the guidebook suggests policies for the initiation, organization, and operation of special education programs in Arizona. Brief general definitions for various handicapping conditions are provided, along with general procedures related to the following activities: screening, referral, evaluation, primary…

This document reviews the competency-based teacher education movement (CBTE). The first portion discusses the definitions of CBTE. The second portion reviews the basic elements of CBTE: individualized instruction, personalization of instruction, student involvement, effective management systems, and a field-centered approach. Criticisms of CBTE…

This pamphlet addresses itself to the subject of the role of vocational education for disadvantaged youth. Answers are discussed for the following questions and issues: (1) why exemplary vocational education programs should be developed for disadvantaged youth, (2) the role of the residential school in the education of disadvantaged youth, (3)…

Material to aid the director of adult education in conducting three face-to-face meetings with his teachers is provided in this booklet. The booklet is divided into three chapters, each of which outlines a two-hour in-service training meeting. Each chapter is further divided into two parts. Part I of each chapter emphasizes the planning process…

The discussion of physical education for both handicapped and gifted children is intended to assist administrators and teachers in planning, presenting, and evaluating well-balanced physical education programs. The need for physical education is discussed in terms of purposes, objectives, and the value of a well-balanced program. Examined briefly…

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…