This paper reported results from a qualitative analysis of assets and supports disclosed in the narratives of adult basic education students. These students were identified as exemplary by their instructors for academic achievement, hours of program attendance, or community service. Themes were identified using the "Four Pillars"…

Employment is an important postschool goal for students with mild intellectual disability; yet, results for this particular population are often not disaggregated from other disability categories. In this study, data from the National Longitudinal Transition Study-2 (NLTS2) were used to explore the extent to which students with mild intellectual…

The purpose of this study was to foster learning through the Multiple Intelligence Approach in achieving educational objectives across the levels of Revised Bloom's Taxonomy. Multiple intelligences approach facilitates ways for students by ensuring that curriculum and instruction validate the strengths and build on the assets that students possess…

This annual report explores the state of international education in Canada, taking an in-depth look at international students, study abroad by Canadian students, Canadian education overseas, as well as the overall internationalization agenda in Canada. The report features results of an international student survey and case studies from member…

Describes several small alternative schools in Community School District 4 (East Harlem). Discusses the benefits of such schools, including more efficient staff utilization; lower operating costs; better teacher morale; and good relations between teachers, students, and administrators because of the schools' small size. (GC)

Examines seven variables basic to the idea of community in relation to the organization of institutions: status, role definition, mobility, unifying theme, sanction, system, communication, and decision-making. Argues that the unifying theme is the major independent variable which influences the developmemt of an effective institution. (KH)

Based on examination of available literature, this report discusses factors that have been found to be correlated with the effectiveness of black colleges and universities. Identified among such factors are: (1) adequate financial support; (2) satisfactory living conditions and security; (3) good quality of instruction; (4) academic support and…

Data from high school transcripts of about 12,000 students who graduated in 1982 were examined, relevant to a number of popular beliefs about vocational education. Compared to students in private high schools, students in public high schools were more likely to be enrolled in vocational courses. The average number of total credits earned in…

Assessed productivity in counseling psychology through the affiliations of presenters at American Psychological Association (APA) conventions, authors of Journal of Counseling Psychology and The Counseling Psychologist articles and Division 17 leaders. Focused on hypothesized institutional, program,and individual factors related to productivity.…

Evaluates three strategies for controlling input-level ability differences in research utilizing ability test performance for evaluating school effectiveness: (1) longitudinal, predetermined ability measures; (2) cross-sectional, endogenous ability measures; and (3) socioeconomic measures as proxies for ability. (Author/GC)

The history and development of Ferris State College, College of Optometry, are highlighted including its facilities, faculty, curriculum, clinic program, and research. (JMF)

This report examines the findings of a study of child care services in four-year colleges and universities in the State of Washington which was undertaken in response to Senate Bill 5871 (included in appendices). The growing concern over the need for child care is first discussed. The report then identifies the extent and nature of child-care…

Describes the current roles and conditions of traditionally Black colleges and universities, their contributions to the higher education of Black students and other students who attend them, and the historical origin of these institutions. Also presents profiles of the students who attend and faculty who work at these institutions. (Author/KS)

Presents a marketing strategy to assist admissions personnel in recruiting academically strong students to colleges and universities. Discusses the importance of institutional prestige and faculty achievement as well as the need to involve faculty in student recruitment. (JAC)

Describes a map designed to help students chart a college application strategy. The map locates each student on a grid by academic coordinates based on G.P.A. and test score index. Colleges are located on the same grid by identifying students admitted and circling dots representing academic locations. (RC)