The most important components of an academic institution are the educational programs it offers. California Education Code and accreditation standards emphasize the essential nature of a college's educational programs to that college's existence, and often a college's programs reflect the individual personality of the college and the uniqueness of…

The purpose of this paper is to address the need for guidance on professional standards for educational practices in online education. Since 1995, the Academic Senate for California Community Colleges (ASCCC) has provided leadership in the introduction and successful implementation of distance education. During this time, the ASCCC has played a…

Students should have exposure to social justice education (SJE) through the content-based curriculum or through cocurricular learning opportunities. This program evaluation study used qualitative data collection and analysis procedures to determine how to best improve the cocurricular SJE program, Lead for Diversity (LFD), which is used in high…

Outcomes of the National Commission on Nursing Implementation Project were (1) a study of cost-effective nursing delivery systems; (2) development of nursing information systems; (3) "Nursing's Vital Signs," which documented information collected; (4) the National Nursing Image Campaign; and (5) initiatives to redesign nursing education,…

Article focused on the process of getting into curriculum change, using the RISE report as a tool. Author suggested a RISE Report Study Committee (RRSC), composed of interested educational staff members, community leaders, and students, who would spearhead an assessment of the counseling and learning options for all students. (Author/RK)

Of the over 90 percent of 1,078 graduates from the various vocational programs surveyed since 1963, nearly 74 percent have followed a line of work utilizing their education. Data points to the need for further study and possible changes in the secondary programs. (SB)

A case study of the process of policy revision at a state university is used to explore the relationship between content and context of curriculum. Basic concepts and approaches from the field of organization theory were applied to the analysis of curriculum revision. (DF)

A program has been started at Hillcrest High School in Queens County, New York City, that is the first step in attempting to develop an organized course of study for future physicians. It eventually would provide pre-medical training from the ninth grade through university pre-medical schooling, medical school, internship, and community practice.…

Examines the role and functioning of teacher education advisory committees (TEACs), which assist in the design development, revision, and ongoing assessment of teacher licensure programs within an institution. Finds that significant power sharing and close working relationships between teacher education programs and TEACs have not yet been…

The process of reviewing and renewing a program of general education is complex, challenging, and often frustrating. This paper is presented with the aim of facilitating the process from inception to successful conclusion. Practical guidelines and suggestions, derived from long experience as faculty member, academic administrator, and consultant,…

This handbook was designed to assist school districts in Montana as they undertake the process of developing curriculum. The process includes five steps, each of which require that district personnel discuss a series of questions. Steps include forming a curriculum committee; defining and evaluating present practices; and developing, implementing,…

The year-long evaluation process of an undergraduate public administration program is described, and the course changes made as a result are outlined. The benefits and advantages of the evaluation are considered. (MSE)

This guidebook provides a step-by-step outline for developing a health education program in a local school district. (JD)

This document presents a 10-step action plan to guide educators through a review process designed to aid them in the improvement and enhancement of the social studies curriculum for grades K-12. Curriculum review and development are continuous tasks which extend over a span of several years and should be continuous processes. Step 1 involves the…

Designed as an administrative guide for Industrial Cooperative Training (ICT) Coordinators, this handbook was assembled to provide much of the information needed to operate a successful program. The guide includes the policies of the Trade and Industrial Education Service, curriculum outlines, duties and responsibilities of the coordinator and…