Examines the concept and application of prevention programs in the child welfare services, and provides a framework for child welfare services based on the public health model of prevention, which focuses on helping program administrators identify and plan services and programs for target populations at different stages in their development. (CM)

Presents elementary school teachers with four simple questions for starting a year-long evaluation program. (CM)

Describes the benefits to be derived from storytelling and encourages the development of storytelling programs. (DD)

Information on the characteristics of the older adult, philosophic differences in concepts of service to this age group, information on the development stages of adulthood as a basis for program planning, and ideas on developing programs for older adults are included. (Author)

Problem areas encountered in developing career education at the university level are discussed: (1) classroom-work relationship, (2) work values, (3) transferable academic skills, (4) critical career skills, (5) career self-concept, and (6) accurate career information. (EC)

The adaptation of training programs to employees with different value systems can produce better results--and clarify why program evaluations often vary widely. (For availability, see EA 507 433.) (Author)

Accountability in its real meaning is a process of behavioral planning in which the teacher leads the student towards specific observable goals, estimates the time of arrival, selects the most appropriate methods, and determines the degree of achievement. (MB)

To help you become the best possible cooperating teacher, a director of elementary student teaching, has compiled some basic fundamentals for your use. Mix and match her suggestions with your own ideas, and you and your student teacher will have a rewarding and successful experience. (Editor)

For several decades, the relative importance of process as opposed to task has been an issue in the literature. This study of the Model Cities program examines the relationship between program outcomes and the process and task orientations of program planners. (Author)

Discusses major trends and consequences of the use of policy analysis in state and local government decision-making. (JG)

Presents a model outlining 10 steps for developing and implementing a Communication across the Curriculum (CAC) program, written from the authors' experience as coordinators of the CAC program at their university. Notes also inputs and resources needed to implement such a program, which offers an integrated approach for developing students'…

Provides an overview of the development of university library and information science degree programs in English-speaking countries in Africa, highlighting early programs in Ghana, Uganda, Ethiopia, Nigeria; 70s programs in Zambia, Nigeria, and Botswana; 80s programs in Nigeria and Kenya; and 90s programs in Ethiopia, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Namibia.…

Responses from 45% of 696 British midwives and interviews with 17 indicated that they identify their continuing education needs most frequently through interaction with colleagues. Their greatest needs were for professional issues and management topics; there is a demand for part-time and distance learning. (SK)