Through discussion with the membership, Division III of the National Collegiate Athletic Association identified an issue at gameday environments. The fans, especially parents, were causing fan issues at athletic events. This program evaluation focuses on "Gameday the DIII Way" training program. "Gameday the DIII Way" is a…

A model is presented to evaluate the usefulness of learning objects for industry oriented learning environments that emphasise training university graduates for job opportunities in a competitive industry oriented economy. Knowledge workers of the industry seek continuous professional development to keep their skills and knowledge up to date. Many…

An implementation of the portfolio approach in screening the performance of educational programs is discussed. The approach supports an institutional management system that integrates management information systems, research, and evaluation efforts. Productivity and potential are used as broad dimensions for assessing program worth. (TJH)

Discusses the development of public-relations education in Thailand; structure of current programs' curricula and course content at eight universities; graduate programs; instruction; and faculty. Reveals that while university faculty believed students were well-prepared academically, most at private universities did not think the current…

A certification program was designed to provide specialized knowledge and skills courses for future public child welfare workers in Kentucky. The program involves 6 hours of course work, delivered via distance education, and an intense practicum in local offices. Incentives for program participation included special consideration for hiring by the…

A review of 40 federally funded personnel preparation projects for infant specialists focused on: demographic information; project scope; project rationale; training content, including competencies, practicum, and coursework; staff; budget; and project evaluation. Areas needing further examination by the early intervention field include training…

A follow-up study of the first two graduating classes (1974 and 1975) of the School of Technical Careers (STC) Baccalaureate Program was conducted. Questionnaires were sent to eighty-seven graduates (of ninety) who had United States addresses on file. Questions pertained to current labor market status, current occupation, first job after…

The University of Alabama in Birmingham recognized the need for protection from liability through dissemination of EEO/AA information to supervisors. A comprehensive training program is described that is directed specifically at individuals responsible for hiring, promoting, transferring, terminating, assigning duties and work schedules, etc.…

Analyzed a questionnaire sent to the membership of the Association for Specialists in Group Work to assess the current status of group work preparation in counselor education programs. Results, compared to previous studies, showed that counselor education programs are providing more and broader didactic and experiential group work preparation.…

The academic computer center at Winthrop College employs students as assistants and support personnel. Issues to be considered when employing students in both essential and non-essential positions are discussed and some of the advantages and disadvantages of the practice are assessed. (Author/MLW)

A followup study of the 1976 and 1977 graduates of the School of Technical Careers (STC) Baccalaureate Program was conducted. Questionnaires were mailed to 214 graduates for whom the Alumni Office had current addresses. For the 113 questionnaires returned, major conclusions include the following: (1) approximately 97 percent of the graduates were…

These proceedings begin with opening remarks that discuss seminar concerns and objectives. These remarks define two concerns: (1) evaluation of the methods of curriculum development and evaluation appropriate for vocational education in New Zealand; and (2) development of guidelines to assist educators to meet the requirements for competency-based…

This document is a guide to the implementation of the Manpower Services Commission's (MSC) Youth Training Scheme (YTS) in Great Britain. It is intended to serve as a negotiating brief for colleges and schools and for local education authorities in their dealings with employers. An introduction explains the background of YTS, provides an overview…

A comprehensive guide on learning to become a resident hall assistant (RA) is presented; it is directed purposefully toward the trainee, and is to be used in conjunction with a training session. Chapters include: (1) "Roles and Responsibilities of a Resident Assistant"--what the scope of the RA job involves, how to use this manual, and what RAs…

The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA) of 1996 gave tribal governments new authority to structure and administer their own cash assistance, employment and training, child care, and child support enforcement programs. This "Issue Notes" describes some current characteristics of tribal Temporary…