Sustained efforts of secondary and post-secondary educators in New York state has resulted in correlation of vocational-technical programs which, among other things, allows some high school graduates to qualify for advanced placement in two-year college programs. (Editor)

Discusses the present status of technician and technology-oriented institutions and the two curricula offered by the Textile Department, Clemson University. Indicates that technical school, junior college, and community college graduates are allowed to complete formal training to the four-year degree level in the Clemson program. (CC)

The efforts of George Peabody College for Teachers to expand into nontraditional programs is characterized by two programs: a human development counseling program in Europe in cooperation with the U.S. Air Force and a graduate program in educational administration. A general overview of these programs is offered. (JMF)

The need to build experiential learning into external degree programs is examined in terms of the framework identifying the functions of experiential elements of a program. Successful forms are defined and models of these are described. (JMF)

The purpose of this project was to develop a set of model policies, procedures, and agreements that would enhance student articulation among and between secondary and postsecondary vocational education programs. The project was divided into four phases. In the first phase, a nationwide search and review of existing articulation programs and…

Designed for businesses, this handbook provides a step-by-step process for establishing long-term relationships with education that are mutually satisfying and beneficial. These 11 steps are discussed: define why you want a partner; gain upper level commitment from your business/organization; clarify what it is you want and what you can contribute…

Two examples of successful articulation between area vocational schools and community colleges are described, the first involving an urban area in Michigan and the second a largely rural community in New York. (MF)

Prospects of upward mobility are bright for health occupations students in San Diego and Imperial Counties--adults and out-of-school youth included. (Editor)

This collection of presentations is meant to dramatize ongoing efforts at the state and local level where articulation between occupational and vocational education is being achieved. The presentations included are the following: (1) "Articulating Vocational Education at the Postsecondary Level"; (2) "Local Articulation Effort: The…

Designed to clarify the Kansas State Plan for Vocational Education, this handbook provides detailed directions for developing vocational education in Kansas to assist those who plan and operate vocational programs. (These guidelines were composed by the vocational staff in the State Department of Education with the assistance of vocational school…

The Far West Laboratory for Educational Research and Development (FWL) conducted a project which focused on the design and validation of models for the linkage and coordination of vocational education at public and private postsecondary institutions with business, industry, and labor. The general procedure followed was to adapt organizational…

This document draws from an extensive review of articulation practices in schools and colleges in New York State. It summarizes and comments on articulation activities, and describes individual programs. Areas discussed are: (1) acceleration and crediting of college-level study; (2) curriculum articulation; (3) guidance, counseling and advisement;…

This guide describes successful linkage activities and programs and discusses ways in which vocational educators and administrators can develop more effective linkages with labor unions. The first two chapters outline the purpose and procedures of the feasibility study on which the guide is based. Provided next are descriptions of 24 linkage…

Covering the period from October 1, 1975, to September 30, 1976, this annual report contains information on the Colorado Career Information System's (COCIS) administration and organization, information development, delivery vehicle, and marketing and field services. (COCIS is an on-line computerized career information system that has been…

This 1977 yearbook on business curriculum development from the elementary through baccalaureate educational levels is intended to provide teachers, curriculum specialists, and administrators with information regarding what curricula are being implemented. The content is in fourteen chapters, titled as follow: (1) Historical Perspectives of…