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Crouch, Toni; Walz, Garry R. – 1992
The Counseling and Human Development Foundation (CHDF) is the only national philanthropic organization whose sole purpose is the enhancement of individual human development by conducting and fostering programs of research and education in counseling and human development. A 1991 review decided future focus of resources should be on research,…
Descriptors: Counseling, Counselor Role, Counselors, Individual Development
Little, Mildred – 1986
This digest suggests steps to take to organize an outdoor education organization at a state, regional, or local level. After an individual or group has determined the need for an organization and an area to be served, the first step is to organize a working meeting of no more than 20 key persons. Next, the purpose of the organization and services…
Descriptors: Committees, Organizational Development, Organizational Objectives, Organizations (Groups)
Lashway, Larry – 1998
According to some theorists, schools that dedicate themselves to systematic, collaborative problem-solving can continually develop and implement new ideas -- becoming what is called learning organizations. Ways in which schools accomplish this transformation are discussed. Although many researchers have failed to find schools that actually become…
Descriptors: Change Strategies, Educational Environment, Educational Innovation, Elementary Secondary Education
Anderson, Larry S. – 1996
Thanks to ever-increasing high-level advocacy and the added incentive provided by Goals 2000 legislation, many states have completed or are working on school technology plans. Although technology planning occurs at multiple levels, many principles are identical, and with careful cooperation, facets of a plan at one level will often…
Descriptors: Community Involvement, Cooperative Planning, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education
Astone, Barbara; Nunez-Wormack, Elsa – 1991
This digest summarizes in a question and answer format a full length report of the same title. It addresses the importance of recruiting minority students for diversity at institutions of higher education. Noted are increasing numbers for these groups along with the current low education levels found among minorities and the potential shortage of…
Descriptors: College Applicants, Cultural Differences, Demography, Diversity (Student)
Oromaner, Mark – 1998
This digest describes faculty and staff development as crucial elements for institutional effectiveness and quality. These programs allow faculty to improve instructional material, keep abreast of new technology and methods, and network with colleagues. When change takes place, perhaps through reorganization, restructuring, or a change in…
Descriptors: College Administration, College Faculty, Community Colleges, Educational Change
Lee, Lucy – 1996
There are clear advantages as well as disadvantages in encouraging greater mission convergence between community colleges and proprietary schools, such as for-profit vocational schools and career colleges. Proprietary schools have long attracted controversy related to their financial aid and fundraising practices, while at the same time fulfilling…
Descriptors: College Curriculum, College Role, Community Colleges, Educational Finance
Loxley, Bill – 1990
This digest examines the organization of and international studies conducted by the International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA). The IEA is a non-profit, private association that conducts international comparative studies on schools and aids the research community in developing international tests and statistical…
Descriptors: Agency Role, Educational Assessment, Educational Policy, Educational Research
Bezanson, Lynne – 1995
Accountability in career counseling is receiving increased attention. However, few organizations have specific guidelines for the delivery of career counseling. This digest describes a workbook, developed in Canada, which furnishes a practical, valuative approach for support organizations that provide career counseling services. The procedures in…
Descriptors: Career Counseling, Career Development, Career Education, Career Guidance