Describes a management-oriented system for the evaluation of educational programs for gifted children in public schools. Referred to as the Program Analysis and Review System, the approach comprises three sequential steps of program specification, documentation, and outcome determination, which are discussed in detail. (MBR)

Discusses the Expert Panel on Educational Technology and its recommendations for evaluation practices. Topics include evaluating the program rather than the technology; organizational change, learning, and equity in innovations; kinds of student learning that can be supported; and evidence of effectiveness. (LRW)