Indicates that the program has been somewhat successful as an emergency measure to fight rising unemployment. (BH)

In an attempt to develop and implement a practical, effective, and politically achievable program of teacher internship, thirty-two internship programs were studied to determine the effective characteristics of programs already in operation. (Author)

This article explores in some detail the regional media centers in Iowa. (Editor)

Describes the main features of a Ralph Nader study of the National Institute of Mental Health program of community mental health centers. (AL)

The International Federation of Library Associations' Committee on the Exchange of Publications examines the economic aspects of the international exchange of publications. Replies were received from one-third of the exchange centers to which the questionnaire was sent. (12 references) (Author/MM)

The proposed design and description of the standard book-exchange request form is presented. (Author/MM)

Discusses goals of the Office of Child Development and describes some OCD experimental projects now in progress. (AJ)

Recommendations on educational opportunities, proficiency examinations, and other aspects of university adult education goals and governance are presented, followed by steps taken by the State University of New York and other bodies since September 1970 to institute a state external degree program. (LY)

The program budget is seen as usually measuring the cost of resources used in a program, but it is suggested that it should be extended to measure and evaluate program quality. Types of budgets, building a budget, politics of budgeting, and budgeting for quality are discussed. (Author/MLW)

The effectiveness of using a computer to identify problems, allocate resources, and plan expansion in recreational programs is discussed. (JD)

Discusses a thorough, clearly documented, fast way to design training programs. The method is particularly good for programs that are too long, used repeatedly, or involve a series of related programs. (JOW)

Discusses the role and activities of the national Center for the Book and describes the activities of some of the 23 affiliated state centers that are now operating. Reading promotion projects are described, the all-private funding is discussed, and the locations and contacts for the state centers are listed. (LRW)

Examines the current understanding of the most promising and effective means of serving families. It highlights the family-centered service approach, explaining family support services and family preservation services. Evaluations of the two types of family-centered services are reviewed, and issues related to planning and service delivery are…