Details the structural weaknesses of contemporary educational programming in the urban setting. Argues that the separate disciplinary approach to what are seen as multi disciplinary problems is dysfunctional and that the lack of systematic evaluation procedures leads inevitably to the frustration of desired program goals. (Editor/RK)

An inside expert explains the principles of good grantsmanship and notes that, though writing a proper proposal is not easy, it's the kind of paperwork that pays off. (Editor)

In anticipation of several consequences to the federal governments' interpretation on Mainstreaming or "the least restrictivement environment" for the handicapped of the new federal legislation (PL 94--142), NJEA's Committee on Exceptional Children proposed the policy discussed here. (Editor/RK)

How can adult education help ease unemployment problems? Author attended a conference which looked at some alternative programs. (Editor/RK)

Examines the process of giving grants to fund projects in arts education, specifically the generation of funding recommendations through the peer panel system. Analyzes a National Endowment for the Arts panel as to its overall effectiveness and expense. Concludes that while the process is expensive, it works given the criteria used. (GEA)

This "quick course" in grantsmanship explains how school systems apply and obtain funding from major outside agencies. Provides examples of kinds of programs that stand a better chance of receiving funding. Recommends how to answer questions required of proposals and offers an application checklist to follow. (CJH)

Suggests that school newspapers with tight budgets and limited advertising money try to obtain financial support by applying for educational grants and offers tips on writing grant proposals. (SRT)

A strategy for seeking grants from major foundations is presented. A five-step process includes: preparation, identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. A grant from one of the private foundations in the country brings not only cash but also important national visibility to a campus. (MLW)

This article describes the initial steps taken to mainstream students classified as "educable mentally retarded" and then presents a twelve step curriculum development procedure for totally mainstreaming such students at a middle school. (Author/RK)

The December 2001 meeting of the Working Group on History and History Teaching in South East Europe had four main objectives: (1) to review developments in the Task Force's program of activities for history and history education since December 1999; (2) to report on the progress and outcomes of the Quick Start projects; (3) to discuss the problems…

This guide assists Minnesota school districts and libraries in technology planning by providing information for meeting the requirements for federal assistance through the Universal Service Fund E-rate program and gaining approval from the Minnesota Department of Children, Families & Learning. Fourteen technology plan criteria needing to be…

Described an MBA program at Babson College, where students participated in a course designed to increase their creative problem-solving abilities, while providing them with realistic experience in several executive operations. (Author/RK)

Article evaluated programs of education for professional personnel and made some constructive changes designed to foster individual growth. (RK)

Article reviews Kohlberg's stages of moral development as he traces moral reasoning from childhood to adulthood. (Author/RK)

Article describes policies and projects designed to give older citizens educational experiences suitable to their needs. (RK)