Discusses the effects of relocation on children and adolescents, and suggests strategies that parents and teachers can use to aid in the adjustment process. An annotated bibliography is provided which includes fiction for children relocating and children left behind, nonfiction, and materials from moving companies and realtors. (58 notes with…

This document provides annotated listings of resources for state and local administrators of vocational special needs programs as well as special needs educators, counselors, researchers and others serving limited-English proficient (LEP) individuals. While it is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all available resources, materials…

This document provides annotated listings of resources for state and local administrators of vocational special needs programs as well as special needs educators, counselors, researchers and others serving teen parents. While it is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all available resources, materials included are representative of the…

Additional readings concerning the two themes of (1) organizational effectiveness as a consequence of managerial action and (2) assessment of services seen as assessment of staff are presented. Sources on staff renewal as a form of staff evaluation are highlighted. (MSE)

Provides resources to help counselors assess, understand, and provide appropriate services for international and immigrant student populations in community colleges. States that, because there is so much variation among the population, the adjustment process is difficult and requires administrative intervention. (Contains 11 citations.) (AUTH/NB)

A professional development bibliography and resource guide for college administrators and student personnel workers are presented. The bibliography of over 200 publications (generally, 1966-1982) covers 18 specialty areas: admissions and records, counseling and guidance, consultation, financial aid, general reading, instruction, management,…

Postsecondary options for hard of hearing and deaf students are identified, and practical suggestions are offered for students, faculty, and service providers. In addition to providing facts about hearing loss and the effects of age of onset of hearing loss, information is provided on communication methods, special support services, and resources.…

Considerations for determining the cost effectiveness of campus programs and devices for disabled students and examples of current programs/services are presented, along with planning strategies and selected annotated resources. Specific questions that should be considered in initiating a program or purchasing equipment are listed. Programs that…

Accelerated social change in the last decade has placed many demands on school social workers. This document is addressed to these workers and provides an integrated view of past achievements and current directions in their field of practice. The multiple and sometimes contradictory functions of the public schools are discussed, as well as some…

This abstract bibliography cites recent ERIC documents and journal articles focusing on various aspects of family/school relationships. Entries have been grouped into five sections: Family/School/Community Relationships; Parents and Teachers; School/Home Learning; Parents/School Supporting Services and General. Entries include resumes from…

This review of retrenchment in higher education covers background information, basic concerns, suggestions for making cuts, and lessons learned from experience. Contents concern financial pressures, enrollments, faculty relations during retrenchment, services and programs during retrenchment, administration during retrenchment, and case histories…

Program descriptions, articles, an annotated bibliography, and a survey report on programs and services for students who are underprepared for college work as freshmen are presented. The survey report considers program design and delivery strategies at about 300 colleges, and the program descriptions concern: advising, basic skills instruction and…

This document provides annotated listings of resources for state and local administrators of vocational special needs programs as well as special needs educators, counselors, researchers and others serving students at risk of dropping out of school. While it is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all available resources, materials included…

A resource handbook for faculty and other postsecondary staff who wish to expand their skills in meeting the needs of college students with disabilities is presented. The training program was developed through the Sensitivity and Special Populations project at California State University, Chico. The handbook contains edited transcripts and…

The document contains the first of a two-volume annotated bibliography on bilingual special education. Seven major sections cover the following categories: issues in bilingual special education (the need for bilingual special education services, the bilingual/special education interface, legal constraints and other guidelines, placement and…