One of 33 self-paced instructional modules for training industry services leaders, this module contains three sequential learning activities on developing training agreements between the various parties involved in an industry services program. (Industry services is defined as job recruitment, training, and/or placement services provided by public…

This document was written to provide state and local child support offices with help in refining their case processing systems. The guide is divided into five chapters. Chapter I, Case Processing Overview, defines case processing and the case processing functions and provides a narrative description and graphic illustration of the processes…

The second of a series of self-instructional learning modules designed to familiarize users with Oregon minimum standards for public schools, this document outlines and explains the publication "Elementary-Secondary Guide for Oregon Schools: Part II Suggestions," a 1977 State Department of Education publication. Part 2 of the guide…

The fire prevention education bulletin helps schools continue their work to make the home, school, and community safe places in which to live and to help children and young people live in safe ways without developing undue fears. Briefly discussed are the goals of a fire prevention program, who should be concerned with fire prevention education,…

The first of a series of self-instructional learning modules designed to familiarize users with Oregon minimum standards for public schools, this document includes background and expectations concerning Oregon's minimum standards and introduces the publication "Elementary-Secondary Guide for Oregon Schools: Part I, Minimum Standards for…

One of 33 self-paced instructional modules for training industry services leaders, this module contains three sequential learning activities on interpreting legislation related to industry services. (Industry services are manpower development activities by public agencies to new and expanding private industry.) The first learning activity is…

This booklet lists and discusses different approaches that States can take in order to provide leadership in school desegregation. Emphasis is placed on the services provided by DSP that can help States assume a major responsibility for achieving school desegregation. Two services provided by DSP are described: a clearinghouse of information on…

Provided are regulations for establishing the basic program parameters necessary to implement Article 3, Chapter 30 of Alaska Statutes requiring school districts and regional attendance areas to provide special services for exceptional children. Seven chapters cover the following areas (sample subareas are in parentheses): authority and…

This document contains Modules 3, 4, and 5 of a series of self-instructional learning modules designed to familiarize users with Oregon minimum standards for public schools. All three modules focus on how to select and write educational goals as specified by the 1976 Oregon minimum standards for public schools, with Module 3 focusing on district…

Pertinent problems are identified which act as deterrents in providing effective program coordination and articulation in occupational education. Also identified are some procedures currently being used to improve this situation and specific recommendations which should assist in solving problems that exist. The document proposes: (1) that all…

The second of five documents developed as an outgrowth of funded programs for career education in Kentucky, the booklet offers practical help in implementing career education into a school system. It deals with the broader concepts permeating career education on a nationwide level and those having grown out of the practical experience of…

Opening with a discussion of the rationale of a school-based job placement program, the school's responsibilities, and student needs, the paper focuses on the organization of a placement service, the major functions of the job placement coordinator, and testing services. Organizational considerations include: labor laws, scope of service, the…

States use many high-stakes assessments to make decisions about individuals. These tests may be criticized by those who believe that their purpose or application is discriminatory. Because litigation is time consuming and costly, it is advantageous for states to plan assessments carefully to maximize legal defensibility. This handbook is designed…

This third in a series of six learning modules on student vocational organizations is designed to assist the secondary or postsecondary vocational teacher in understanding and carrying out responsibilities as a student vocational organization advisor. Some of the responsibilities covered are assisting in the election and installation of officers…