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Bennett, Troy – Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership, 2019
This study investigated the influence of gender, age, and camp type on outcome achievements for children (aged 6 to 10) at summer camp. The outcome achievements measured were affinity for exploration, affinity for nature, camp connectedness, friendship skills, independence, perceived competence, problem-solving confidence, responsibility, and…
Descriptors: Influences, Counselor Attitudes, Recreational Activities, Summer Programs
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Jacobs-Rose, Christina; Harris, Kara – Journal of Industrial Teacher Education, 2010
The purpose of this study was to investigate the impact of Cheering in the Classroom, a four day program designed purposefully to increase female awareness and perceptions of technology fields. The camp included discipline-based activities from the 13 different programs of study based in technology. The camp targeted high school cheerleaders and…
Descriptors: Day Camp Programs, Educational Opportunities, Career Exploration, Females
Chicago Board of Education, IL. – 1971
This book contains information on the educational opportunities available for adult learners in the diverse programs of the Chicago Public Schools. The programs are available to Chicago residents over 16 years of age who are not enrolled in regular day elementary or high school programs. The services of the Department of Education Extension of the…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Education, Adult Programs, Citizenship
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Uehara, Edwina S.; And Others – Mental Retardation, 1991
This study evaluated 2,815 adults with developmental disabilities in 328 Illinois intermediate care and skilled nursing facilities. Only 10 percent were determined to be appropriately placed in medical settings; 27 percent were enrolled in day training programs; and many individuals recommended for alternative residential settings had medical and…
Descriptors: Adults, Day Programs, Developmental Disabilities, Evaluation Criteria
Illinois State Dept. of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities, Springfield. – 1987
As mandated by Illinois Public Act 84-1291, this report identifies the service needs of persons with autism, recommends service models, and offers a plan of action to ensure delivery of appropriate services within resources available. Three primary themes are emphasized: a need for intervention at the earliest point in time for persons with…
Descriptors: Autism, Day Programs, Delivery Systems, Educational Therapy
Illinois State Board of Education, Springfield. – 2000
This document is intended to help practitioners plan and implement activities for observance of Career Development Month in Illinois. Part 1 examines the following topics: the definitions of career development and education-to-careers; the rationale for devoting a month to career development; a career framework; and suggested Career Development…
Descriptors: Adult Programs, Annotated Bibliographies, Articulation (Education), Career Development