The author outlines what has been learned from the Private Sector Initiative Program thus far. Though extensive evaluation is still under way, Ginzberg feels that there is proof that the program is working. He recommends expansion on an already well-established base. (CT)

In addition to the results of the survey, detailed descriptions of seven projects are provided along with suggestions for applied research and practices that can be readily adapted by other projects serving similar populations. Journal availability; see EC 133 846. (Author)

Reports on conference resolutions and President Carter's recommendations to Congress concerning the future of libraries. (MKM)

Discussed are the energy conservation activities and responsibilities of one state energy office, the Minnesota Energy Agency, and the obstacles and constraints it faces in delivering its services. Suggestions are presented for resolving these difficulties and for improving the efficiency with which the agency manages its program. (Author/DS)

Issues considered by the House Postsecondary Education Subcommittee, chaired by William Ford, during hearings on the Higher Education Act of 1980 are outlined briefly, including the Basic and Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants and Guaranteed Student Loan Programs, community service and continuing education, library programs, and research…

The National Endowment for the Humanities provides grants to ordinary citizens as well as scholars to pursue interests in the humanities. The basic philosophy of the grants programs is outlined. (JMF)

Lists federal agencies which sponsor research on children, indicating types of research sponsored and expenditures in 1977. Analyzes needs and trends in research on children and reviews the history of federal involvement in such research. (GC)

Older cities represent models of energy efficiency. A research project that compares the performance of three different solar design approaches for older cities is described. (Author/MLF)

Discusses the role of the federal government vis-a-vis youth programs and a change in policy from fostering youth passivity to fostering youth participation. (SS)

Discusses major aspects of one-stop career centers as a system and shows how people use the centers. Also lists contacts for more information about currently operating centers. (JOW)

The federal Manufacturing Extension Partnership assists small and medium-sized enterprises in modernizing production. The Cooperative Extension Service could provide complementary and collaborative programming, especially in rural areas, by expanding its clientele, working with university-based technology transfer initiatives, and supporting the…

Describes how medical schools hope to improve the Bush administration's low opinion of a 39-year-old federal program, the Health Professions program, that provides money to train minority health professionals. (EV)

Discusses the Amendment to the Education for All Handicapped Children Act, P.L. 99-457. Provides background information and discussion of new federal preschool and early intervention programs under the amendment. (RJC)