Describes the American Society for Aerospace Education and its publications, purposes, and services. Lists 36 major aerospace education efforts including brief descriptions. (MLH)

Offers a short review of the major characteristics and limitations of international educational research institutions. One of its major concerns is to contrast the role of international vis a vis national institutions in educational research. (Editor/RK)

A survey of students, parents, and teachers showed positive response to a new computerized grade reporting system in Madison, Wisconsin. (LS)

After noting 16 areas of training needs in written communication, the author describes how he developed and implemented a training program in written communication. This description includes all of the steps taken in developing the program i.e., the use of consultants, the approval of higher management levels, and determining the relevance and…

This paper provides an overview of the development of the State Planning Agency in New York and some detail relative to the evolutionary process the agency has undergone in strengthening its procedures in its struggle against crime and delinquency. (Author)

Describes the procedure followed in evaluating extension at the University of Missouri, reporting on the usefulness of the steps followed, and presenting some of the outcomes from this Extension evaluation at the institutional level. (WL)

Reports on the U.S. State Department's experiment with a new concept in management information systems for personnel resources--the Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS). Suggests that the HRIS approach may meet public executives' demands for accurate, rapid, responsive, and flexible information systems. (Author/JG)

Discusses the chemical engineering department at Rutgers University, emphasizing the traditional graduate program and a bio-chemical engineering program. (MLH)

Examined were 22 projects for gifted children funded in 1975 through the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. (CL)

Data on youth apprenticeship from 23 Georgia school districts identified progress to date in enrollment and school- and work-based components. More career guidance and exploration, integrated and occupationally valid curricula, and employer involvement were recommended. (SK)

Technical tree climbing is a program on the leading edge of innovation. It will inspire staff, generate revenue, and create a sense of accomplishment and wonder. Initiating a technical tree climbing program requires climbable trees, knowledgeable staff, and a reverence for trees. Describes how Mystic Lake Camp initiated a 4-week program involving…

Describes 11 winning programs of the 1995 National Council on Community Services and Continuing Education (NCCSCE) outstanding program awards. Describes the winning programs from the international region and from the 10 NCCSCE regions. (AJL)

Responses from 23 of 36 participants in a weekend wellness retreat conducted by a rural extension program revealed positive changes in their nutritional behaviors and emotional well-being. Exercise was one lifestyle area needing improvement. (SK)

Describes how guidance (counseling) was integrated into school life and involves all school personnel at a middle school. Discusses structures such as "home base" and interdisciplinary teams, as well as the middle school counselor's role. (SR)

Describes the Youth Development Learning Network's extended evaluation, a collaboration of funders, program administrators, youth workers, and evaluators, that illustrates the process of building capacity for youth and youth workers. (SLD)