This study was one of a series conducted by the Niagara Centre, Office of Field Development of the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education in 1969-70 as part of a major project entitled "Wider Public Involvement in Formal Education." In February 1970 a telephone survey of 100 Niagara region elementary schools revealed that 48 used…

The Retired Senior Volunteer Program was established to help older Americans avail themselves of opportunities for voluntary service in their communities. Aspects of the program covered in this report include: administration, financing, program development, organization, Standards, recruitment, training and supervision of volunteers, resource…

Four hundred and fourteen agencies were surveyed by questionnaire concerning programs, research, or other activities or services which they were sponsoring for children and youth who are mentally retarded or suffer from brain damage. Agencies included national voluntary, lay, and professional organizations and governor-appointed state committees.…

The Senior Aide Volunteer Educator (SAVE) project in Tigard School District 23J, Tigard, Oregon, was initiated in 1971 under ESEA Title III funding to provide additional instruction to selected students from the first six grades in the areas of reading, mathematics, and elementary science. Examples from this project are often cited, but this…

Provides a brief guide that teachers and administrators might use as the foundation for training sessions with inexperienced volunteers interested in tutoring upper elementary or secondary level students who have failed to acquire basic reading skills. (Author/RK)

Features of the drop-in child care room provided to parents who come to the Floyd I. Hudson Health and Social Services Center in Newark, Delaware are described. (TA)

This research evaluates why individuals seek out or avoid encounter groups. The most important reasons for participation include; self-understanding, overcoming specific problems and learning to express feelings. Reluctance may come from lack of trust and fear of losing control. (MFD)

Following its adult literacy programs, the BBC is embarking on a series to encourage Asians to learn English. Authors pinpoint some pitfalls. (Editor/RK)

Three interactive approaches used in teaching aging content are described, including a review of the literature and a discussion of four propositions that the interactive approach addresses. Implementation recommendations are given. (Author/MH)

The importance of strong school/community partnerships is supported in both polls and research literature. Joint efforts of schools and communities increase the effectiveness of education. Four categories of parent and community involvement are the following: (1) home-school communication; (2) parent education; (3) public relations; and (4)…

Offers overview of reasons why libraries may choose to begin volunteer literacy program in their communities and the design and evaluation methodology that will enable them to make successful evaluation of programs. Highlights include soul-searching questions, planning guidelines and suggestions, and delineation of responsibilities (library staff,…

A fund-raising phonathon can only be as good as the people who work the phones. Development directors were asked to name their most productive callers. They included alumni, faculty, staff, and students. Secrets of five highly successful phonathon volunteers are presented. (MLW)

Recounts evolution of School Concern Project, begun in Oxfordshire, England, in 1978 and staffed by professional teachers and therapists, into minimally budgeted organization staffed by physically disabled volunteers in 1984. Describes how students, including those with learning and behavioral needs, were involved in design and production of items…

Describes a program in which parent volunteers tutored disadvantaged students in reading. Shows how such tutoring is beneficial to both students and parents. Provides insights into ways of coordinating and supporting volunteers. (EL)

In Knoxville, Illinois, high school students are learning child care skills, helping teachers, and saving the schools money. The aim of the program is to teach high school students responsibility. (Author/TE)