The paper presents the multi-factorial problem of sexual abuse of children within their families, provides definitions of relevant terms (incest, sexual abuse, sexual misuse, molestation, sexual assault, rape), reviews the epidemiology of sexual abuse and its effects, and traces development of a Sexual Abuse Resource Team in a rural/resort New…

Discusses issues concerning the use of computers in school bus scheduling and routing. Examines the advantages, technical considerations, and costs of changing to a computerized system. Offers a five-point approach toward implementation and includes a table of comparative data for routing and scheduling models for a typical school bus fleet. (IW)

Describes the design, development, and implementation of an adult literacy program incorporating adult learning centers within the Brooklyn Public Library system. (CLB)

An inhouse accounting program can increase the productivity and efficiency of the school business office. Discusses basic questions regarding software, hardware requirements, training, and obtaining staff support and cooperation. (MLF)

Describes 1982 creation of United States Department of Education's Intra-Agency Committee on Rural Education. Summarizes 10 rural policy initiatives proposed in "Rural Education and Rural Family Education Policy for the 80s." Lists major accomplishments/strategies including conferences, annual reports, and information network. Outlines…

The paper reviews the complexity of the social and affective demands confronting children aged 4-10 and the advantages of preventive over remedial interventions. Components of classroom-based social problem-solving preventive interventions are described, along with practical issues in program implementation. (Author/JDD)

Provides practical information for librarians beginning to use online searching for reference services at the high school level. Selection of equipment, software, and database vendors are discussed, as well as financing, involvement of the school administration, and working with users to determine their information needs. (CDD)

Provides guidelines for international camping programs including specific information with regard to characteristics for participants, orientation, logistics, contacts, budget, and quality assurance, Topics include desirable attitudes and backgrounds from campers and staff, staff leadership and practical skills, cultural awareness training, legal…

A case study describes the installation of economic education at the kindergarten-primary grades in one state. The effectiveness of the process depends on the demand for such instruction, the materials available, the willingness and capabilities of teachers, and the time allocated for such instruction. (Author/RM)

Describes new government and social policies that could create an environment conducive to the effective use of technology in special education. Focuses on a national strategy based partially on a study titled "Computer Use in Education" conducted by Education TURNKEY Systems for the National Commission on Employment Policy. (JN)

Description of national computerized information system for Canadian audiovisual material--FORMAT--highlights its development and management by National Film Board of Canada, system developments during past 4 years, system design and standards, database sources, and database processing (building database with UTLAS, cataloging, access to database,…

This Introductory Packet provides readings and related activities on support for transitions to address barriers to student learning covering both research and best practices. It explores why transitions are dangerous opportunities that can disrupt or promote development. Key transitions and related intervention strategies are presented for…

This guide provides a road map for Connecticut school districts as they develop and implement a world languages program appropriate for the 21st century. It describes what students should know and be able to do at various grade levels and stages of language learning. The five chapters include the following: (1) "Introduction" (overview…

Included in this guide are strategies for helping struggling secondary readers and writers so that they will develop the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) necessary to write successfully and have greater access to the general curriculum. It focuses on the writing process because research supports the efficacy of the writing process as a…

This guide is intended to assist teachers with implementation of the prescribed outcomes in the "Program of Studies for Career and Life Management (CALM)" (2002). The goal of this program is to enable students to make well informed, considered decisions and choices in all aspects of their lives, and to develop behaviors and attitudes…