This study assessed the impact of the CETA program on the sexual wage differential of participants. The sources of sex-related wage differentials among CETA Title I (now Title IIB) participants before and after program participation are analyzed in order to examine the impact of training on the earnings gap. (CT)

Suggests ways to minimize the risk of training failure and ensure that training accomplishes its objectives. Explains key differences to be learned in order to use the appropirate method of applying quality assurance and quality control. Examines five quality factors to be measured, including pre- and post-training testing devices. (CT)

Reviews studies examining the relationship between IQ and creativity involving 6- to 13-year-old children. Discusses the effectiveness of creativity training programs. (Author/RH)

Presents a conceptual model based on a set of assumptions, focusing on factors that educators can influence, including the interactive effects of these factors on academic performance. Discusses the nine assumptions in detail. (JOW)

Examined variables (social background, intake symptoms, program type, treatment experiences, and perceptions of environment) related to posttreatment functioning of alcoholic patients. Results showed the combined explanatory power of program-related variables was more than expected. Explained variance was shared between patient-related and…

From 29 five-year-olds, three groups were drawn. Two experimental groups received 12 weeks of either instrumental improvisation or singing, percussion, and movement. Controls received no music instruction. Scores on the Primary Measures of Music Audiation (PMMA) indicated that the instructional programs influenced subjects' developmental music…

Seven youths from a residential treatment facility for juvenile offenders served as Ss in a study designed to train minimally literate individuals to read and complete job applications. All Ss' scores on the Master Employment Application increased as a function of the training program and were maintained in a two-week followup. (Author)

The key to evaluating government relations programs is to evaluate individual components separately. Some suggestions include: develop specific goals, evaluate relations developed in the contract- and grant-seeking process, assess the time frame for objectives, and recognize limits. (Author/MLW)

Reviewed available studies reporting on the negative effects of drug education programs. Findings indicated that program objectives were to prevent drug abuse. The programs' actual effect was to liberalize attitudes towards drug use. (LAB)

Presents a cost-effectiveness/benefit analysis model as a conceptual framework that is usable to evaluate the cost-effectiveness and cost-benefit of postsecondary occupational programs. (Author/IRT)

An analysis of the research literature suggests that a variety of sign systems have been used with retarded individuals of varying ages. The application or success or failure of that therapy does not seem to be determined by a particular treatment model and/or set of guidelines. (Author)

Ericson erred in his application of the Laudan model to the interpretation by Nicolayev and Phillips of Kohlberg's research program.

The effectiveness of a gifted program emphasizing creativity with 91 gifted Ss (grades 3 to 6) was compared to a control program for 78 gifted age matched Ss. Experimental Ss made significantly higher scores on post-tests of figural, semantic, and symbolic creativity. (CL)

Preschoolers were supplied with tokens and given an opportunity to "purchase" various items by recognizing the designated color and letter-sound information on each token. It was concluded that the token-exchange period itself can serve as an effective adjunct to classroom instruction, providing supplemental practice on troublesome…

Illustrates the need for process evaluation as part of cost-effectiveness/benefit studies. Identifies reasons for ineffectiveness in three outcomes for cost-effectiveness/ benefit analysis (enrollment, completion, employment), and suggests some general strategies for program improvement. (CT)