Reports on a project that proposes and tests a comprehensive and systematic model of user evaluation of Web search engines. This article describes the model, including a set of criteria and measures and a method for implementation. A literature review portrays settings for developing the model and places applications of the model in contemporary…

Proposes new directions for K-6 social studies, including a curriculum model focused on key concepts, questions to guide student inquiry, and civic action projects. Summarizes informal feedback from elementary students, pre- and inservice teachers, and social studies education professors revealing consensus about the need for a new framework and…

Describes an observational study on the future of European universities that analyzed how university systems in Germany, the United Kingdom, France, and the United States currently structure curricula and certification. Proposes three models for Europe, which were submitted for comment to 30 university leaders in eight countries. Lists the nine…

Based on research on the geometric understanding of regular and gifted middle school students, this article describes a procedure for assessing geometry readiness in mathematically able middle school students. The procedure utilizes the vanHiele model of stages of geometric understanding and distinguishes between readiness for algebra and…

Examines the impact of societal changes on higher education, notes that technology is a resource allocation issue, and evaluates the potential for educational technology to make necessary improvements. Summarizes the needs analysis of a university preparing to adopt new technology, and develops an integrated needs model. (PEN)

Describes virtual learning opportunities for elementary and secondary school classrooms. Highlights include examples of various programs; content and curriculum development; designing effective formats; student perspectives; teacher perspectives; virtual learning models; characteristics of online students; integrating business models for online…

Discussion of the theory behind learning libraries focuses on four programmatic models at the George Mason University library: course-related, course-integrated, orientation/peer advising, and information/term paper counseling and coaching. Topics include sociocultural theories; social interaction; learning communities; curricular integration; and…

Discusses the education and training of entrepreneurs and presents empirical results of an assessment of the effectiveness of various instructional techniques with undergraduate students. Kolb's learning model is examined, active versus reflective learning styles are considered, and implications for curriculum development to encourage…

The article presents a teacher training model based on the Agricultural Extension Service Agent Model to meet the educational needs of handicapped students in rural areas. The model involves training regular classroom teachers to become in-house specialists on maintaining the mildly handicapped student in the regular classroom. (DB)

The effects of social skill training on social behavior was assessed, using a structured learning model with 3 children with behavioral disorders, ages 7-14. Results showed an increase in frequency for most skill areas, an inverse relationship across negative behaviors, maintenance over time, and moderate levels of generalization to nontreatment…

Presents the Readiness, Planning, Training, Implementation and Maintenance Model (RPTIM) for staff development. The results of a survey of staff developers that examined the appropriateness of the RPTIM model to academic and research library settings, and the extent to which existing staff development programs meet needed criteria, are discussed.…

Outlines a model for development of a special physical education program, emphasizing methods that capitalize on strengths of small and rural schools. Discusses formation of a strategic planning team, assignment of special physical education staff, development of integrated instructional programing, relationship of regular and special education…

Linkages between educational system and occupational structure were compared in 2 countries using data on matched male labor market cohorts. Despite substantial differences in educational systems and career mobility processes, societal openness (indicated by occupational status 10 and 20 years after first job) was similar. Contains 42 references.…

Describes the personality development of a normal infant during the child's first year. Development is interpreted in terms of psychoanalytic, cognitive-developmental, and mother-infant systems perspectives. A working relationship among the theories is demonstrated through analysis of case material. (RJC)

Describes a performance engineering model used to design an effective implementation system for a supervisory training program. Highlights include a discussion of management participation, an implementation planning matrix, a flow chart of the implementation process, and a form for field trainer follow-up. (LRW)