A study examined the activity of the state technical committees that were mandated by the Carl D. Perkins Vocational Education Act. The study's main objectives were to identify (1) the methods that individual state technical committees used to develop and verify task lists and/or skill inventories; (2) the different reasons for selecting the job…

As part of its school restructuring work with states, the National Governors' Association sponsored a March 1988 working meeting of experts to define common issues confronting educators and policymakers. Besides initiating dialogue between these groups, the meeting concentrated discussion on early state and district efforts. This essay summarizes…

The booklet is intended to develop advocacy skills in those concerned with the education of gifted and talented children in California. Sample chapters have the following titles: "As an Advocate How Do You Measure Up?""Why Is Advocacy Important?""What Are the Goals of Advocacy in California?""Where and How Does…

At the request of Senator John Heinz and Representative John Edward Porter, the General Accounting Office (GAO) assessed the nature of increases in the costs of medical malpractice insurance over the years, how various states have tried to deal with medical malpractice problems, and what federal and state actions may be warranted. This report…

At the request of Congressman William Green, the General Accounting Office (GAO) evaluated the validity of allegations about deficiencies in the New York State Department of Health's nursing home and hospital inspection processes for certification for participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Health Care Financing Administration and…

Higher education traditionally has enjoyed a great deal of autonomy on legal matters. However, due to an increasing awareness and interest on the part of the public and students in civil liberties, the courts have become increasingly involved in reviewing questions of discretion and authority as they apply to higher education. Discusses court…

Criticized are standards for child abuse and neglect drafted by the Juvenile Justice Standards Project of the Institute of Judicial Administration and the American Bar Association. It is claimed that the standards unduly limit state intervention. Case study examples are cited and revisions are suggested for the following areas: providing services…

The Liaison Committee on Texas Private Colleges and Universities undertook a study of private higher education in Texas and its future, taking into account contemporary conditions confronting all higher education and major public policy issues at state and national levels. The Committee carefully discussed and offered recommendations on: the…

This issue contains annual reports for 41 states, the District of Columbia, and two Canadian provinces that focus on problems, activities, achievements, and other areas of interest to the postsecondary education community. Reports were not received in time for publication from Hawaii, Idaho, Massachusetts, Nebraska, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode…

Designed as the basis for continuous planning in the area of higher education in Minnesota, this report utilizes research generated by the Commission's comprehensive data collection system. It aims to: project needs, assess the current status and future directions of higher education in Minnesota, clarify the role of each of the components in the…

In late February 1974 a decision was made by the U.S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare to implement the State commissions under Section 1202 of the Education Amendments of 1972 on certification by the governors that their State commissions qualified under the act. Three options for meeting criteria set forth in Section 1202 were: (1)…

The first state laws concerning public employees in general were passed as early as 1959. The first law covering postsecondary teaching personnel was the 1965 Michigan law. Twenty states currently have some form of formal statute that covers employees in postsecondary institutions. However, in several states the provisions do not cover teaching…

Reviews efforts and accomplishments of Mothers Against Drunk Drivers movement. Identifies eight measures of state legislation and state policy concerning drunk driving and ranks each state on the measures. Offers proposal for adoption of a state agency designed to meet problem of drunk driving through administration at the local level. (Author/NB)

Describes a study in which information was sought about the relationship between off-campus programs and state-level authorities and the extent of control that lies with either the institution or the state agency across the country. The methodology is presented and study findings discussed. (CT)

Barriers to successful implementation of competency-based vocational education (CBVE) programs include misperceptions about CBVE as well as a lack of funds and support services. These barriers can be overcome with a coordinated effort at the state level. (Author/CH)