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Herman, Keith C.; Riley-Tillman, T. Chris; Reinke, Wendy M. – School Psychology Review, 2012
The articles in this Special Topic issue present a range of assessment models and challenges for improving the identification and early intervention of students in need of additional supports. Although each article targets a unique aspect of student learning (learning behaviors, math skills, reading comprehension, behavioral functioning, and…
Descriptors: Student Evaluation, Prevention, Public Health, Problem Solving

Nurse Educator, 1983
The staff educator has the broad and objective perspective, the analytical frame of reference, and the neutrality to help nurses see the gaps in their functioning. Staff educators can use their communication and assessment skills to help the nursing work group solve problems more effectively. (Author)
Descriptors: Consultation Programs, Group Dynamics, Inservice Education, Nurses

Godell, James L. – Business Education Forum, 1989
Describes a project that used simulation to help students improve human relations skills. Principles of human relations and skills important to interviewing, listening, interacting, speaking, and report writing were emphasized. (JOW)
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Group Dynamics, Higher Education, Human Relations
Fessler, Ralph – Educational Technology, 1980
This article offers some strategies for closing the linkage between initial needs assessment and the implementation of change. Examined are: prioritizing needs through criteria analysis, developing a cyclical implementation/staff inservice plan, and utilizing an analytical problem solving approach to curriculum and decision making. (Author/RAO)
Descriptors: Change Strategies, Curriculum Development, Decision Making, Needs Assessment
Sample, John A.; Kaufman, Roger – Lifelong Learning, 1986
Elements of a program development model are discussed, including change requirements, maintenance requirements, and development of a problem-solving management plan (identify problems based on needs, determine solution requirements and identify solution alternatives, select solution strategies from among alternatives, implement solution…
Descriptors: Adult Educators, Holistic Approach, Models, Needs Assessment

Patton, Michael Quinn – Evaluation and Program Planning: An International Journal, 1984
A utilization-focused approach in evaluating a problem-solving skills training program (see TM 510 179) would have placed more emphasis on identifying evaluation users, their information needs, and likely use of findings. Other methods options are also discussed, along with how to prepare decision makers for utilization. (Author/BW)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Evaluation Methods, Evaluation Utilization, Junior High Schools
Govier, Heather; Bake, Charles – 1984
One of a series, this booklet and related programs have been developed to help primary school teachers in England introduce problem solving and investigatory activities to their pupils. The theory of problem solving which underlies the views in this booklet is that of Professor Keith Jackson, director of the Bulmershe-Comino Problem Solving…
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Educational Innovation, Educational Resources, Elementary Education

Chase, Larry – Educational Leadership, 1983
Successful in Japan and in American industry, quality circles are a specific way to involve staff members in solving organization problems. A growing number of school administrators are examining this technique to see if it can reduce the costs of education and improve morale. (Author/JM)
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, Change Strategies, Decision Making Skills, Elementary Secondary Education

Johnson, Charles D.; Betts, M. Roger – Technology Teacher, 1989
Some typical teacher concerns about technology education are explored. Answers reflect the belief that implementing technology education does not require entirely new instruction methods. Concerns explored include (1) use of the project method, (2) specialized equipment, (3) problem-solving, (4) needs of special students, and (5) teacher skills.…
Descriptors: Individual Needs, Industrial Arts, Laboratory Equipment, Problem Solving
Belben, Gillian; Gaylord, Wendy – 1995
Lessons learned in the development and implementation of an English language training (ELT) project for Indonesian Civil Service workers are discussed. The project, designed to focus on development of English communication skills, was undertaken in cooperation with the state administration agency. Issues and difficulties discussed include:…
Descriptors: Bureaucracy, Cultural Context, English (Second Language), Foreign Countries

Hopkins, David – Studies in Higher Education, 1984
It is argued that the failure of change in teacher education results from lack of understanding of the dynamics of change and the organizational features of teacher education, generally subject to external pressure. The role of institutional dimensions of problem solving, decision making, communications, goals, climate, and implementation are…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Change Strategies, Decision Making, Educational Change

Cox, Rodney V.; Pecorino, Philip – Journal of Studies in Technical Careers, 1990
A task force of community and junior college representatives defined and tested the hypothesis that study of the humanities offers students a way to develop certain skills and attitudes including working with others, solving problems, making decisions, and adapting to changes in the workplace. (JOW)
Descriptors: Associate Degrees, Community Colleges, Decision Making, Humanities
Zenke, Larry L. – 1985
This paper describes a plan to improve school effectiveness in the Tulsa (Oklahoma) Public Schools by incorporating instruction in thinking skills. The program selected by the school district was the Strategic Reasoning Program, based on Albert Upton's Design for Thinking and J. P. Guilford's Structure of the Intellect. The Strategic Reasoning…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Critical Thinking, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development
American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, Washington, DC. – 1973
While many states are considering mandating Competency Based Teacher Education (CBTE), certain basic problems should be addressed before official action is taken. Some confusion exists over the exact definition of CBTE and how a state views teacher education will affect the thrust of CBTE programs. The selection of competencies and the…
Descriptors: Accountability, Accreditation (Institutions), Change Strategies, Competency Based Teacher Education
McDonnell, Lorraine M.; Elmore, Richard F. – 1987
This publication builds a conceptual framework that categorizes alternative policy instruments for educational reform into actions. It defines four categories of policy instruments and hypothesizes how each will operate in addressing different policy problems in different political and organizational contexts. Subsequent research will assess…
Descriptors: Decision Making, Educational Change, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education
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