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National Academies Press, 2013
Earth science, which in this context does not include oceanic, atmospheric, and space sciences, is vital to the wellbeing of the United States and many of its issues, such as water resources, are expected to grow in importance. An earth science workforce will be needed to deal with this issues and it's important that this workforce draw on the…
Descriptors: Scientists, Earth Science, Science Education, Federal Programs
Epstein, Ann S.; And Others – 1995
This guide assists public and private agencies in establishing family support programs for low-income families. The guide is based on the experience of two projects, Child Survival/Fair Start for Children (1982-89) and High/Scope Parent-to-Parent Dissemination Project (1979-84). Chapter 1 defines family support programs and describes their common…
Descriptors: Early Intervention, Family Programs, Family (Sociological Unit), Low Income Groups
Heffernan, James M.; And Others – 1976
Educational brokerages are described in this monograph as intermediaries which help adult students find their way into and through the experience of postsecondary education. Examples given range from community-based, free-standing counseling and advocacy agencies to community colleges without faculty or campus. Each of the nine chapters asks and…
Descriptors: Academic Advising, Administrative Organization, Adult Counseling, Adult Education