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Peer reviewedJones, Glenn R.; And Others – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 1989
Some basic assessment/evaluation issues which must be considered when beginning any health/fitness program are identified, and assessment's role in fitness program development is discussed. A description is included of the development of a total wellness program designed to meet criteria for law enforcement certification of the Greensboro (NC)…
Descriptors: Adults, Evaluation Criteria, Health Promotion, Measures (Individuals)
Lee, Helen C. – 1986
The establishment of university microcomputer services for the public has at least two purposes: the promotion of the image of the institution with widely diverse groups and the maximization of the university's capital investment. The first step in planning to serve the public is to undertake a needs assessment by locating target populations…
Descriptors: Community Education, Community Organizations, Computer Literacy, Higher Education
Download full textBatenburg, Mark P. – 1995
Agency-school collaborations are examined from the point of view of the agency. The data for the analysis were gathered through interviews with staff people from six different community-based organizations in California, all of whom have experience working with schools and youth volunteers. The study found that there often are culture clashes…
Descriptors: Attitudes, Community Programs, Cooperative Programs, High School Students
DeAngelis, Patrick – Library Journal, 1987
Describes a project in which the learning resource center of Mattatuck Community College, a member of a regional consortium, cooperated with Hispanic and other minority groups in producing videotapes. These videotapes were designed to disseminate information about minority cultures and achievements via public access television. (CLB)
Descriptors: Cable Television, Community Colleges, Community Information Services, Consortia
Sagawa, Shirley, Ed.; Halperin, Samuel, Ed. – 1993
This publication contains 36 short essays on the reauthorization of the National and Community Service Act. It begins with two introductory papers: "Visions of Service: The Future of the National and Community Service Act" (Sagawa, Halperin) and "Historical Background: An Overview" (Sagawa). Section I, Why Service?, contains 15…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Citizenship, Citizenship Education, Citizenship Responsibility
Sublett, Roger H., Ed. – 2001
This document presents the personal narratives of 19 participants in the National Fellowship/Leadership program. In their narratives, the Kellogg fellows recount their experiences developing leadership knowledge, skills, and competencies while addressing human, societal, and community issues. The following papers are included: "Preface"…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Alzheimers Disease, Blacks, Caregivers
Grossman, Jean Baldwin; Furano, Kathryn – 2002
An examination of hundreds of studies on the use of volunteers in mentoring programs, service programs, and local community change initiatives highlight the importance of screening, training, and volunteer management. Each year, more than 90 million Americans contribute more than 20 billion volunteer hours. Personal benefits of volunteering…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Adult Education, Churches, Citizen Participation
