A public relations audit can show how efforts measure up, whether they are parents programs, media relations, or faculty/staff communication. A sample inventory form is included. (MLW)

Conducted a three-year observational study of clients (N=100) receiving methadone treatment in three drug abuse programs. Concluded that the chemotherapeutic treatment system itself fosters addictive behavior and recommended changes within the clinics and the macrosystem. (LLL)

An experimental, intensive language/reading program involving six hearing impaired students aged 10 to 12 produced dramatic language improvement. The one-year samples showed a great increase in production, with an average of 41 word strings or sentences. An average of 81 percent correct sentences was achieved. (Author/CL)

In a study assessing the psychological effects of exercise in the elderly, a 14-week aerobic program for older adults (N=23) produced a significant increase in self-concept and a significantly greater perceived internal locus of control. Improvement in memory was not found. (Author)

Describes a training needs approach based on a survey of performance-based skills. Results of the survey are analyzed using mean scores, factor analysis, and product-moment correlations. (Author/CT)

This study compared the effectiveness of a process-oriented, functional approach and a skills-oriented, developmental approach to adult literacy. Results showed that both types of programs were effective in teaching adults to read and demonstrated the viability of a process-oriented, functional approach as an alternative to widely used skills…

A six-hour developmental program was evaluated using alternate forms of the highly validated Personal Skills Map. The differences in participants' scores showed increases in self-esteem, comfort, and management skills (p is less than .00), while aggression (p=.05) and deference (p is less than .00) decreased. (Author/CT)

Examines results of health education surveys over four testing periods (1977, 1979, 1981, 1983) for approximately 10,000 Canadian students in grades seven, nine, 11, and 13. Results showed students' knowledge scores on drugs were lower than any other health issue, although they were receiving some drug education each year in school. (BH)

The Quality Assurance Teacher Education Program has been designed to provide students, graduates, and employers with assurance of program quality and effectiveness. Elements of the program are discussed. (DF)

A high school in Oregon has had positive results from the development of a dropout prevention program. Students meet together each day, develop goals, and earn credits for successful efforts. Program design and implementation are described. (DF)

Individualized educational plans developed from the passage of Public Law 94-142. Problems have surfaced in the implementation of this program due to the great amounts of time that both teachers and parents are required to spend on each plan. (DF)

Evaluation of summer Get Together programs (structured educational and recreational programs committed to integrating disabled children) serving 36 children (5-12 years old) revealed parentally reported improvements in communication skills and social skills. Some severely disabled children increased tolerance to the noise and activity of large…

Reports on a survey of community college chief student personnel officers, which focused on the comprehensiveness of student service program offerings and the relative contribution of the program to designated purposes. Reveals that purposes related to student development were subordinate to those related to delivery of services. (DMM)

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the clinical effect of continuing education designed to teach physical assessment skills to community health nurses. (JOW)

Results of 162 early intervention efficacy studies with disadvantaged, at-risk, and handicapped children were analyzed to draw conclusions about efficacy of early intervention, identify variables which covary with effectiveness, and identify areas for future reseach. It is concluded that early intervention has substantial immediate benefits for…