This paper assesses the rationale for legislated program consolidation, summarizing problems with the current structure of categorical programs and arguments for reform through consolidation, reviewing past consolidation proposals, discussing the likely effects of such proposals, analyzing the state, local, and federal responses that can be…

A study of the Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants program in the 1980-81 award period revealed that the state allotment formula produces a distribution of funds that undermines, rather than supports, the SEOG program's statutory purpose of delivering funds to needy students. (MLW)

Reviews the literature on equal educational opportunity (EEO), analyzes data from a school attitude questionnaire and a specially-designed achievement test, and draws implications for funding of EEO programs. (WD)

As teacher unions press for more participation in school management, they will find themselves vulnerable to the same kinds of criticism, grievances, and litigation that have been reserved exclusively for school boards and administrators. (Author)

The zero-based budgeting approach is designed to achieve the greatest benefit with the fewest undesirable consequences. Seven basic steps make up the zero-based decision-making process: (1) identifying program goals, (2) classifying goals, (3) identifying resources, (4) reviewing consequences, (5) developing decision packages, (6) implementing a…

The concept of environmental management to assure that the allocation of resources for facilities will be closely linked to the management of the financial resources and personnel of an institution is described. Change in the objectives and processes of resource allocation are seen as necessary for effective facility use. (Author/MLW)

Literacy among adults is advocated over universal primary education for children in developing societies. It is argued that the needs of children may best be served by increasing the informal education of adults. (JMF)

Declining enrollment and the impact of Proposition 13 are discussed in regard to retrenchment and retention rates. It is suggested that higher education establish meaningful communication and affirmative programming to lessen the effects of retrenchment and cut-backs. (Author/LC)

Summarizes the steps taken to document the racially-related resource disparities in the Los Angeles school system. Schools were classified by racial/ethnic mix, per pupil spending levels were related to the mix, and the distribution of teacher resources was examined. (IRT)

Focuses on what can be done when a program fails. What are the causes for failure? What elements must be considered in the decision process? What strategies can be employed to recycle resources into more productive activities? What alternatives are available to aid in program repair or rejuvenation? (Author)

The planning process at Christopher Newport College in Virginia is described. The college has utilized an integrated planning system that incorporates qualitative and quantitative elements into a process that can adapt to the institution's unique social and political situation. (Author/SF)

Presents a method of using library patrons' perceived needs for titles as a means of ascribing scholarly journal collection support and costs to academic programs. (Author/FM)

Presents an overview of funding allocations for French language programs in Canada on the federal and provincial levels. (AM)

Despite its importance, social research receives relatively little public or federal support or regard because of the lack of visibility of its contributions. One way of improving the image and support of social research, and more specifically, educational research, may be through collaborative planning of research agendas, particularly at the…

Busing is not effective in promoting school integration. The only way to achieve school integration is through equal funding to all schools. (Author/MC)