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Kinneavy, Tom – 1989
This document describes a project conducted by Britain's Further Education Unit, at Cleveland Technical College in Redcar, England, to deliver adult education for the unemployed in local community facilities. The report is intended to help college administrators who are interested in delivering college programs for adults on an outreach basis. The…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Programs, Community Education, Community Involvement
Dennis, S.; Stierhoff, K. A. – 1985
The study examines the status of behavioral management services for disabled persons in Alberta, Canada, and offers recommendations regarding alternative service delivery models for the Northwest Region of Alberta. Existing systems are addressed in terms of centralized service models, outreach service models, and combined residential and outreach…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Community Programs, Delivery Systems, Disabilities
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Collins, Lenore – New England Journal of History, 1992
Describes the recent influx of immigrants from the nations of the former Soviet Union. Presents information about reasons for their emigration and difficulties encountered upon settlement in the United States. Recommends that schools and colleges develop programs to ease the transition for these new students and their families. (CFR)
Descriptors: Acculturation, Cultural Differences, Cultural Pluralism, Elementary Secondary Education
Further Education Unit, London (England). – 1991
A study explored the roles of three British further education colleges in different inner-city geographical settings in initiating and supporting inner-city regeneration. Selected colleges initiated and contributed toward local regeneration during 1989-90. The project identified an increasing recognition that there were social and economic…
Descriptors: Adult Education, College Role, Foreign Countries, Higher Education
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Soren, Barbara J. – Studies in Art Education, 1993
Contends that schools, museums, and performing arts organizations contribute to lifelong learning processes. Discusses fundamental differences between schools and cultural organizations. Encourages art educators and teachers to explore innovative ways in which schools, museums, and arts organizations can collaborate on education for all citizens.…
Descriptors: Art Education, Arts Centers, Community Programs, Cultural Enrichment
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Frego, R. J. David – Music Educators Journal, 1995
Maintains that senior citizens and children are at opposite ends of the time line, but have common needs. Contends that intergenerational music programs provide benefits to both. Describes a successful intergenerational program involving elementary-age choral groups and senior citizen groups. (CFR)
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Choral Music, Community Programs, Elementary Education
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Roeher Inst., North York (Ontario). – 1995
This guide for literacy program managers and coordinators provides basic information about people labeled as having an intellectual disability and offers practical teaching strategies and tips on designing inclusive literacy programs. It also raises questions to encourage re-examination of programs. The first four short chapters are on: making the…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Adult Basic Education, Community Programs, Foreign Countries
Riches, Vivienne C.; Parmenter, Trevor R. – 1991
This report describes a pilot program of the New South Wales (Australia) Department of Education to develop community transition teams as part of an effort to provide transition education to people with disabilities. The project is based on a model developed in Oregon and stresses assisting each community to work cooperatively to assess local…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Community Programs, Delivery Systems, Demonstration Programs
Bochner, Sandra; And Others – 1990
This report reviews projects funded during 1989 within the Children with Severe Disabilities (CWSD) component of the Australian Government Special Education Program. The review examined four aspects: (1) identification of those currently receiving services through CWSD funds; (2) description of the type of programs being funded; (3) the role of…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Community Programs, Early Intervention, Federal Programs
Alberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. Curriculum Standards Branch. – 1994
The purposes of the Integrated Occupational Program developed for special needs students in grades 8-12 in Alberta (Canada) are to have students become responsible members of society, develop entry-level vocational abilities, and become aware of the need and opportunities for lifelong learning. The focus is on the development of knowledge, skills,…
Descriptors: Daily Living Skills, Educational Methods, Foreign Countries, Integrated Curriculum
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Dar, Yechezkel – Journal of Moral Education, 1995
Asserts that social and economic changes have weakened the essential ideals of kibbutz education. Previously these ideals facilitated a prosocial orientation, emotional moderation, and a strong sense of belonging. Although modern changes may be incompatible with traditional kibbutz education, they serve the current generation's emotional needs.…
Descriptors: Collective Settlements, Community Change, Community Involvement, Community Programs
White, Lenford – 2002
This document explores the themes of sustainability, rural poverty, community activism, and challenging racism in the United Kingdom. The book presents 21 case studies demonstrating ways in which 18 organizations and 3 activists in the United Kingdom have worked successfully with adult learners to empower their communities, develop capacity, and…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Learning, Blacks, Citizen Participation
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Shoham, Edna – Journal of Moral Education, 1995
Examines the question of how, and if, kibbutz social values are transmitted through kibbutz studies curricula. Determined that the accepted attitude of instructors (neutral and objective) was at odds with the inherent socialization of the kibbutz's mission. Includes a brief history of kibbutz development. (MJP)
Descriptors: Collective Settlements, Community Change, Community Involvement, Community Programs
McAllister, Ian – 1996
Asking the question, "What might a good university international development project look like?" this book examines a number of university international development projects, encompassing foreign student intakes, student exchange programs, faculty research and teaching, extension education, and business and public service advisory…
Descriptors: Community Programs, Extension Education, Foreign Countries, Foreign Culture
Kelleher, Ann – 1996
The case studies presented in this volume offer comparative examples of undergraduate international education innovations in a wide variety of categories: curriculum, study abroad, community outreach, faculty development, and international students. The studies were conducted in the mid-1990s, and programs had to meet several criteria: they had to…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Case Studies, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Research
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