Because of recent educational innovations with regard to learning disabilities, more effective methods are being sought for informing the school staff about new developments. A model is presented for establishing and implementing a staff development program in reading. (JN)

This article describes an innovative and intensive staff development program based on effective schools/effective classrooms research which targets building-level teams of teachers and administrators. A progress report on outcomes after two years at the district, school, teacher, and student levels is provided. (Author/MT)

The School of Education at San Francisco State University developed a model program of faculty development. The primary focus of the faculty development plan incorporated development activities that would be initiated within individual departments. A secondary focus of the program is centered around the entire school. (JN)

In 1965, the United States Congress established the Teacher Corps with the ultimate goal of broadening teacher preparation programs and improving educational opportunities for children from low-income families. The program requires that local projects incorporate characteristics that reflect current educational concerns. (JN)