Research manuscripts recently published in the "Journal of Industrial Teacher Education" (JITE) and the "Journal of Vocational Education Research" (JVER) were reviewed to determine how effectively external validity had been handled. The main issue of concern when discussing validity is the generalizability of findings. (SSH)

This article examines the significance of problems addressed in recent vocational education research published in volumes 4 and 5 of the "Journal of Vocational Education Research" and volumes 16 and 17 of the "Journal of Industrial Teacher Education." (SSH)

An assessment of Canadian parents' expectations indicated that parents do expect career education to be an integral part of the curriculum. Whether governments mandate compulsory career education in secondary schools in particular will depend on the province. Some implementation suggestions for the school board are given. (NQA)

The use of philosophic methods, especially concept analysis, in evaluation is explored through a retrospective study of a school district reading evaluation. The application of philosophic techniques in the design, conduct, and review of local district evaluations is assessed. (Author/AL)

The influence of the MACOS curriculum on the attitudes of fourth grade students toward objectional practices was examined. Control groups and experimental groups completed attitudinal inventories. The attitudes of both control and experimental groups were similar, showing that studying MACOS curriculum does not cause children to become more…

Discusses a survey of 208 public secondary school social studies department heads in Georgia which was undertaken to determine the status of the social studies. Information is presented on teacher characteristics, certification, teacher preparation, working conditions, professional affiliations of Georgia social studies teachers, and decision…

Assesses strengths and weaknesses of the Vocational Education Act and amendments of 1976 (PL 94-482), with particular emphasis on the influence of the amendments on postsecondary institutions with occupational training programs. Information is presented on fallacies of the amendments, background, implementation, and needed changes. (DB)

Focuses on the importance of fostering positive attitudes toward reading. (AEA)

When evaluating the effectiveness of an educational program, multiple matrix sampling is particularly effective and efficient when the goal of the evaluation is estimating group (as opposed to individual) performance. The technique is described in some detail, with its advantages and disadvantages, and examples of its application are given.…

Traditional hospital settings are no longer the only, or even major, clinical resource. The selection of clinical facilities for educational purposes is complex and rarely addressed. A clinical site evaluation instrument must be developed and used to ensure quality facilities. (JOW)

Maintaining that economics can contribute significantly to the achievement of citizenship education goals within the social studies program, this article offers information on concepts for analyzing economic policies, dealing with policy issues in the classroom, and understanding the relationship of scarcity to decision making. (DB)

Evaluates the role and nature of political education in the school system of the German Democratic Republic. Defines inculcating Marxism-Leninism as the primary guideline for behavior in all situations as highest in the hierarchy of educational goals. Research findings indicate, however, that, in spite of the stress on political education, its…

Discusses growth of psychology within secondary social studies curricula since 1960. Information is presented on the general failure of social studies professional organizations and journals to deal with the growth of high school level psychology courses, a review of literature on the nature of precollege psychology course offerings, and a survey…

Asserts that competency based education provides a means for achieving, verifying, and communicating effectiveness to various publics. Proposes a transitional phase emphasizing the assessment component, rather than the total design. (Author/WD)

Discusses a study undertaken to assess student evaluations of a behavior analyst program at Bowling Green State University. Analysis of survey data from students who had completed the program since 1973 indicates that students are generally very supportive of the program and that many of them continue to participate in the mental health field. (DB)