Proposes the use of the multiple criteria utility theory, a means of measuring satisfaction of predetermined evaluative criteria, quantifying their relative importance, and identifying and determining the best trade-offs among them to evaluate information systems. This method is demonstrated via the evaluation of a hypothetical selective…

The case history explains the techniques used to introduce research methodology into a service agency for the visually handicapped. (BD)

An early childhood language analysis and intervention program, based on two models of pragmatics, is described. (Author/SBH)

Direct feedback from classroom pupils assists student teachers in improving their teaching methods and behaviors. (JD)

The nature of experimental designs in the evaluation of educational programs is addressed in this commentary on the evaluation of the Emergency School Aid Act and a paper detailing that evaluation (TM 503 672). (JKS)

Urges teachers to set up a program for testing writing which uses holistic scoring. (DD)

The central features of a school's or college's planned effort to bring about constructive change and stabilization are discussed. (JD)

This paper has attempted to provide a rationale for the internal evaluation of the school and its potential as a means whereby teachers can make evaluations within a framework that offers a sounder basis than that provided by informal assessments. (Author)

Presents a conceptual framework for classifying and evaluating different comparative advertising formats on two multi-level dimensions. Provides examples of applicable research questions. (RL)

Concludes that program evaluators have to be advocates of their results, active in bringing them to the attention of others, and willing to identify publicly any policy and practical implications. Such dedication to communication and dissemination cannot help but promote utilization. (Author/AM)

Although competency-based graduation programs possess an intuitive appeal because of their clearly specified outcomes, external evaluation provision, and quality control mechanisms, they do pose a number of student evaluation problems which have rarely been encountered in American education. This discussion is concerned with such problems. (Author)

Presents several series of statements that one can use to evaluate such areas as school goals, program characteristics, and performance characteristics of the school. (Author/IRT)

Tells leaders how to design debriefing and processing sessions that allow outdoor education participants to integrate learning and achieve closure to experiences by setting aside time to reflect; asking proper questions; planning appropriate reflective activities; assessing collective and individual needs of group; and balancing variety,…

Strategies for use by clients who commission evaluation studies in the private, university, or governmental sector are outlined. Topics covered include establishing the purpose of the evaluation, assembling in-house management staff, specifying work and expertise requirements, establishing confidentiality and project control, and managing results.…

A literature search and polling of experts in severe disabilities generated a listing of 123 items representing Program Quality Indicators. Items were then rated by six groups (total N=254) representing such interests as behavior therapy, deaf blindness, mental retardation, state directors of special education, and parents. (Author/DB)