Author Lux takes issue with views of Howard Nelson in counseling a former student, Joe," to include pre-vocational and occupational content in his industrial-arts classes. (GB)

This study attempts to assess the degree of satisfaction students experienced in their employment four years after their baccalaureate degree education at Auburn University. (IR)

Describes the six-year evolution of a comprehensive evaluation plan used to enhance a nursing program. Includes the plan with specific questions, deadlines, and documentation procedures. The plan provides a rational basis for improvements, orients newcomers, and lets everyone know what their evaluation responsibilities are. (JOW)

Describes the procedures of the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication. Also examines advantages and disadvantages of accreditation. (PD)

Research on three classroom environment instruments is discussed, including predictive validity studies and criterion validity studies. A heuristic model involving curriculum, aptitude, environment, and learning is used to conceptualize the variables' roles in curriculum evaluation research. Evidence suggests that curriculum influences classroom…

This investigation focused on the importance of providing instruction (with minimal use of preparation time) on the Future Farmers of America (FFA) leadership development to beginning students. It was found that students whose teachers used the instructional packet developed in the study had a better attitude toward FFA. (SSH)

The article examines development and evaluation considerations for career education programs for hearing-impaired students. Development and evaluation of career exploration materials are traced in six occupational clusters: construction, health care, arts and humanities, transportation, manufacturing, and agribusiness. Materials were scheduled for…

A goal-oriented evaluation system for dental education is seen as a necessity. Focusing on priority issues and showing responsiveness to the needs of society, it is suggested, will increase the likelihood of a competitive advantage for dentistry. Recommendations for changing the role of curriculum and faculty evaluation evaluation are provided.…

Describes a project developed to create a comprehensive training program for adults who had no previous technical training. The program is applicable to community energy conservation needs and usable in communities in a variety of geographical regions. (CT)