Discusses orientation of present educational and training systems toward preparing individuals for specific jobs; outlines disadvantages of this approach relative to current employment trends; and describes an alternative training approach, the assembly model, which identifies similarities among jobs so that skills learned in one field can be…

Proposes educational guidelines and a teacher training model for Environmental Values Education (EVE). Suggests proficiency areas to consider for EVE program development and implementation. Parameters involving student and teacher background and type of program strategy are discussed. (ML)

This resource manual for youth with disabilities includes newsletters, bibliographies, agencies and advocacy groups by state (addresses and telephone numbers), model programs, legislation, legal resources, innovative research, resource directories, and policy statements on a variety of disabled youth-related subject matter (including community…

The ReQuest procedure, designed to teach students to raise questions independently, has many components that lend themselves to solving some of the problems faced by the teacher of juvenile delinquents. (HOD)

Argues that a needs assessment model that is comprehensive and accounts for both cognitive and affective factors would be important to understanding the role of microcomputers in learning environments and describes a study that sought to design a computer literacy curriculum in response to real teachers' needs. (MBR)

The library's role in modern society is analyzed and implications for library and information science education are stated. Drawing upon recommendations of key professionals, a program is delineated including undergraduate preparation for librarianship and instructional objectives for required professional courses; elective courses are suggested.…

Reviews practices related to professional growth and development from teacher training programs, business, and higher education and proposes a model applicable for the professional growth and development of teachers. (FL)

Develops an understanding of the interactive nature of the reading process with a focus on vocabulary learning and formulates criteria, based on this understanding, to evaluate approaches to vocabulary development. (HOD)

Outlines design requirements for situation description, policy specifications, and decision consequences feedback systems of type that could be used to help manage Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) portfolios for large organizations. Several systems are described, and three additional systems design characteristics are…

Elements of the institutional planning process are outlined and major issues in planning are discussed, including the distinction of process vs. product, the use of models, the importance of building consensus, side effects and pitfalls, and the use of outside consultants. (MSE)

The Juvenile Corrections Transition Model is designed to help community schools, and the Division of Juvenile Rehabilitation coordinates planning as students move from schools in juvenile correctional institutions back to community schools. Model strategies in various areas are explained. Field test results and the strategy outline are included.…

The applicability of a general management development model to Australian higher education is examined in the contexts of a university, a multicampus college, and a large urban institute of technology. The model identifies a dynamic relationship between an institution's structural characteristics and its management needs. (MSE)

Based on case study data from five federal agencies, a tentative theoretical model of the life cycle of federal agencies is presented. It is concluded that for most agencies, decline, once begun, will be continuous, but for a few the hope of congressional rescue may provide motivation for improved management. (Author/RM)

Defines the adolescent sex offender as an individual whose problem is primarily moral and social. Discusses how individuals adopt and internalize social norms, emphasizing peer interactions, role taking, and collective behavior. Describes a treatment program which emphasizes the functions of labeling, group therapy, and structured living…

Four problems in higher education are identified: hardening curriculum, graying faculty, shrinking budget, and disappearing students. Team teaching is suggested as one solution. A conceptual framework for types of team teaching is presented and practical suggestions to those who want to work within that framework are provided. (Author/MLW)