This booklet discusses using the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as funding sources or enforcement tools to ensure that children with disabilities receive needed assistive technology (AT) services and devices. The first section is devoted to a detailed analysis of the legal…

This report provides highlights and updates regarding state actions on child care and early education issues during 1999. It is intended to serve as a supplement to "State Child Care and Early Education Development: Highlights and Updates for 1998" and "State Developments in Child Care and Early Education 1997." The information…

This directory provides information on foundations, corporations, religious organizations, and federal agencies that award grants to Native American tribes, schools, colleges, community services, and nonprofit organizations. Chapter 1 describes how to find funding sources, develop and write a proposal, apply for a grant, and follow through.…

Today, institutional leaders face numerous struggles: intervention from boards of trustees, alumni, and state legislators; decline in financial support from the states; and competition in an increasingly global marketplace. While it is agreed that effective governance structures allow institutions to respond creatively to these challenges, how…

This study uses panel data to examine the direct link between state funding and graduation rates at four-year public institutions. When other factors are held constant, a $1,000 increase in state appropriations per FTE student at four-year public institutions is associated with about a one percentage point increase in graduation rates. This…

In discussing agencies for the improvement of teachers in service, one's mind naturally turns first to those periodical meetings of teachers, such as institutes, that are established by law. The data pertaining to meetings of this nature that have been collected are summarized in this paper. These were gathered primarily from State and Territorial…

This bulletin details developments in nursing education since 1918. The following sections are included: (1) The situation in nursing before 1918; (2) The demands of the war and how they were met; (3) Decline in applicants following the war; (4) The work of student nurses in hospitals; (5) Hours of duty in hospitals; (6) Health, recreation, and…

During the fiscal year that ended June 30, 1913, the field force of the Alaska school service consisted of 5 superintendents, 109 teachers, 11 physicians (1 of whom also filled another position), 9 nurses, and 3 hospital attendants. Seventy-seven schools were maintained, with an enrollment of 3,563, and an average attendance of 1.797. This…

A 1981 needs survey distributed to 587 superintendents (37.5 percent returned) of all small (1,000 students or less) K-12 Texas school districts shows lack of money to be the most critical need. A critical teacher shortage (especially in mathematics and science) and curriculum development and supervision are other important concerns. (LC)

The field of educational planning and research in at least one socialist country, Hungary, does not conform to the popular stereotype of rigidity and conformity, nor is Hungarian education unaffected by changes elsewhere in the economy. (BRR)

Academic medical centers, threatened by erosion of infrastructure, declining academic workforce, marketplace forces diminishing quality and access, and shrinking funds, must not rely on managed care, the pharmaceutical industry, or foundations to provide necessary support. They must communicate the dangers they face and persuade government to…

The director of the Public Library of Nashville & Davidson County (Tennessee) discusses the library's development since 1995. Highlights include Nashville's growth potential and political climate; improving the efficiency of internal operations; staff involvement in problem-solving (technology training and systemwide programming);…

Briefly summarizes the purpose and authority of a number of crime-fighting programs administered through the Office of Justice Programs (OJP). These programs provide federal assistance in preventing and controlling crime and delinquency, and assisting crime victims. Includes a list of federal and state expenditures on crime. (MJP)

Considers perestroika's impact on educational research in Poland. Finds perestroika has allowed researchers to more fully explore crucial social/educational problems. Points out that government control of research funding could still have censoring effects. Advocates widespread media dissemination of research findings. (CH)

Describes the creation of a new library collection geared specifically to the needs of students at the Manhattan Center for Science and Mathematics. Topics discussed include financial support and resource allocation; library material selection; and problems encountered in upgrading the physical plant to accommodate computer technologies and online…