The authors present an overview of an assessment and intervention model designed for emotionally disturbed students. The approach is based on an integration of the interrelated theories of S. Freud, E. Erikson and J. Piaget as well as the works of other major professionals in the fields of education, psychology and child development. Brief…

Describes a systemwide pilot project to revise and restructure a course in human relations that is a required course in several diploma and degree programs in the participating institutions. (Author)

A case study analysis system is provided which can increase student analytical skills while focusing on social conflict situations. The analysis system is a systematic means of identifying, classifying, and clarifying factors found in social conflict situations providing insights into forces that change social structures. (Author/JR)

A psychosynthetic model of personality was presented as well as several inferences for an eclectic but systematic approach to psychotherapy which embraces a variety of methods, can be ordered in a reasonable sequence, and used within a therapist-client relationship which is existentially structured. (Author/RK)

An inservice teacher education model which proposes four stages: Planning Stage, Implementation Stage, Evaluation Stage and Follow-up Stage. (Author)

Article offers a critical look at the current research base supporting the use of research models. (Author)

The American Law Institute's Proposed Model Land Development Code would revise basic enabling legislation for local land development planning. The code would contain guidelines for local plans that would include both long-range and short-range elements. (Author)

This paper is aimed at demonstrating that Charles Spearman postulated neither a platonic true-error distinction nor a requirement for constant true scores under repeated measurement. (Author/RC)

This paper presents the updated (fourth generation) version of the instructional design (ID) model, noting its emphasis on a scientific, iterative approach based upon research and theory in learning and instruction and upon applied development experience. Another important trend toward a scientific approach to instructional design is the increased…

One of a series of case studies on mainstreaming programs, the report describes a pre-kindergarten program serving disabled children. Interviews with program participants and classroom observations focus on the total learning environment and the experience of five mainstreamed children. Initial comments address the program's physical setting and…

The authors review the relationship of technical assistance agencies with both the sponsor and clients, as well as the general reasons for technical assistance. Technical assistance efforts usually involve a three-party relationship--the funding agency, the client system, and technical assistance coordinator. Technical assistance systems in…

An undergraduate program oriented to developing multidisciplinary team competence in members of a variety of rehabilitation specialities is presented as an illustration of how such a model can be implemented. (Author)

This article provides an accurate account of the history of the Texarkana Project, the first attempt to demonstrate accountability in education by using the engineering model. Using the average per pupil expenditure as a basis for comparison, the cost of engineering in Texarkana is shown to be very high. (Author)