Discussion of the use of indicators in strategic management in higher education argues that when set in a strategic context and understood appropriately, indicators of quality and performance can be a powerful tool of leadership and decision-making, and can contribute substantially to elaboration of an institution's self-understanding,…

A customer-focused workshop for manufacturing strategic planning used a market-oriented approach and an interactive collaborative process among stakeholders. Reflective learning was found to enhance strategic planning; organizational culture must support strategic thinking. (SK)

A study of 157 small financial firms found a significant relationship between strategic management training for senior managers and the firm's level of commitment to planning, resulting in a return on investment for stockholders. (SK)

With careful planning and a strategic focus, today's technology can greatly enhance a district's marketing efforts. Websites can offer features such as interactive school assignment (based on home address), ability to check student progress, education portals (24-hour news channels), one-to-one communication, and interactive voice responses. (MLH)

The Nicaraguan American Nursing Collaboration project consisted of two phases. Phase one addressed current health care needs in Nicaragua and emphasized related nursing interventions. Phase two evaluated phase one outcomes and provided further development of nurses and others employed by the Health Ministry. (JOW)

Reports ongoing developmental research at the Department of Agriculture to build a high-performance knowledge base for four agencies within the Department. Describes data gathering for the information system; planning to support knowledge management practices; theory elaboration through qualitative case analysis; and use of an activity theory…

Reviews literature on knowledge management and organizational learning; highlights the significance of networks, alliances, and interorganizational relationships. Refines a model of organizational learning to account for different levels: individual, interdepartmental, team, organizational, and interorganizational learning. (Contains 62…

Asserts that universities and corporate boardrooms are faced with many of the same challenges concerning the Internet. Offers recommendations on learning from the "dot com" mistakes: have a business plan that makes sense; focus on your expertise; don't underestimate the costs; it's not just about price; and an institution's people are…

The authors describe a recent strategic planning process at Kent State University which sought broad participation at every step. The strategic relationships developed as a result of this process resulted in a unified vision of the institution. This translates into a better educational product for Kent State, which enhances student recruitment and…

Discusses initial strategic planning efforts at the University of Louisville and the limitations of that process, and presents an improved methodology that takes an institutional vision and translates it into quantifiable performance indicators, thus providing a framework for the institution to implement, manage, and measure change. The method…

Describes several common mistakes made by school boards, for example, failing to create a comprehensive school charter and hiring too many paid consultants; asserts that boards must avoid these mistakes and adopt practices that contribute to the strategic governance of schools. (PKP)

Interviews with 28 community coalitions in the Healthy Communities initiative should that:(1) communities must recognize their interdependence; (2) ownership of community agendas should be shared; (3) coalitions should broaden representation; and (4) sustainability may be enhanced by support infrastructures and a bottom-up perspective. (SK)

The president of the University of Missouri system suggests that remaining progressive in an era of limited resources lies in developing a strategic plan that champions the common good without sacrificing the vitality of each campus. Describes such efforts by the Missouri system, and includes sidebars by presidents of Binghamton University and…

In this article, which is a response to William Cook and Bruce Joyce, the author acknowledges common ground but sticks to his position that the best way to improve instruction is to develop true learning communities in which teachers together examine and adjust their practices. In his generous response to the Schmoker's February 2004 Kappan…

NAEA began long-range planning in 1982, when a Long-Range Planning Commission was formed to make recommendations to improve the status of the art education profession five to ten years ahead. This commission made specific recommendations to improve the status of art in American education and to support professional growth for NAEA members. This…