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McCartney, Alison Rios Millett; Napoli Clements, Rhiannon Rio; Cahalan, Lauren; Johnson, Kai; Pace, Bethany – Scholarship and Practice of Undergraduate Research, 2020
One often overlooked challenge of undergraduate research (UR) is access to information. Growing student diversity, including first-generation students, and increasing calls for a better-trained workforce suggest that higher education should be providing more support for UR. The authors propose that higher education needs cost-effective, impactful…
Descriptors: Undergraduate Students, Student Research, Interdisciplinary Approach, Peer Teaching
Squire, Dian; Norris, Lauren – Journal of Student Affairs Research and Practice, 2014
This paper describes the creation of a comprehensive First-Year Experience program for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and ally (LGBTQA) students. Background information on First-Year Experience programs, LGBTQA populations, and the benefits of providing this program are described. The authors discuss how to plan and implement this…
Descriptors: Homosexuality, Sexual Orientation, Sexual Identity, Student Organizations
Wainwright, Barbara A. – PRIMUS, 2014
This paper focuses on the development of an actuarial science track for the mathematics major at Salisbury University (SU). A timeline from the initial investigation into such a program through the proposal and approval processes is shared for those who might be interested in developing a new actuarial program. It is wise to start small and take…
Descriptors: Program Development, College Programs, Risk Assessment, Mathematics Education
Ullman, Ellen – Community College Journal, 2014
Lynette Brown-Snow, vice president of marketing and government relations for the Community College of Philadelphia, is one of several community college leaders across the country who have taken up one of the challenges proffered by the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) in its 2012 report, "Reclaiming the American Dream:…
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Higher Education, Two Year Colleges, Leaders
Edgecombe, Nikki; Cormier, Maria Scott; Bickerstaff, Susan; Barragan, Melissa – Community College Research Center, Teachers College, Columbia University, 2013
In this paper, the authors draw on empirical data from CCRC's Scaling Innovation project to examine trends in developmental education instructional reform and outline a framework for reform adoption and adaptation. The paper's findings are based on two qualitative data sources: a scan of developmental education reforms that involved changes to…
Descriptors: Developmental Programs, Educational Change, Educational Innovation, Evidence
Neapolitan, Jane E.; Levine, Marsha – Yearbook of the National Society for the Study of Education, 2011
Various approaches to the professional development school (PDS)--each designed for its respective audience, mission, and purpose for engagement--have shaped the professional development school effort during the past 25 years. Central to these approaches is improving teacher quality in the service of student learning. This provides direction for…
Descriptors: Professional Development Schools, Educational History, Educational Trends, Educational Principles
Montgomery County Public Schools, Rockville, MD. – 1967
The first volume of this two-part report is a description of a feasibility study supported under Title III of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. It contains summaries o f six separate studies which gathered data to identify the special needs of public school students and handicapped youngsters. Information was obtained from community…
Descriptors: Community Organizations, Community Services, Educational Diagnosis, Educationally Disadvantaged
Ryden, Einar R., Ed.; And Others – 1967
The handbook is available to assist small communities with limited resources in planning, initiating, and carrying out a beautification or community development program. Evidence is provided of results which can be obtained when individual citizens and groups are given opportunities to participate, use their special skills, and become involved in…
Descriptors: Committees, Community Action, Community Cooperation, Community Development
MALEY, DONALD – 1966
THE INVESTIGATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE CLUSTER CONCEPT AS A PROGRAM IN VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AT THE SECONDARY SCHOOL LEVEL WERE REPORTED. THE "CLUSTER CONCEPT" PROGRAM IS AIMED AT THE DEVELOPMENT OF SKILLS AND UNDERSTANDINGS RELATED TO A NUMBER OF ALLIED FIELDS, AND WOULD PREPARE THE PERSON TO ENTER INTO A FAMILY OF OCCUPATIONS RATHER…
Descriptors: Career Guidance, Course Organization, Educational Objectives, Industrial Arts
MALEY, DONALD – 1966
THIS COURSE OUTLINE ON METAL FORMING AND FABRICATION IS PART OF THE FINAL REPORT ON "CLUSTER CONCEPT" COURSES IN VOCATIONAL EDUCATION FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION (ED 010 301). EACH JOB ENTRY TASK WAS ANALYZED FOR HUMAN REQUIREMENTS (COMMUNICATION,MEASUREMENT, MATHEMATICS, SCIENCE, SKILLS, AND INFORMATION) NECESSARY TO PERFORMANCE OF THE…
Descriptors: Career Guidance, Course Organization, Educational Objectives, Industrial Arts
MALEY, DONALD – 1966
THIS COURSE OUTLINE ON ELECTROMECHANICAL INSTALLATION AND REPAIR IS PART OF THE FINAL REPORT ON "CLUSTER CONCEPT" COURSES IN VOCATIONAL EDUCATION FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION (ED 010 301). EACH JOB ENTRY TASK WAS ANALYZED FOR HUMAN REQUIREMENTS (COMMUNICATION, MEASUREMENT, MATHEMATICS, SCIENCE, SKILLS, AND INFORMATION) NECESSARY TO…
Descriptors: Career Guidance, Course Organization, Educational Objectives, Electricity
MALEY, DONALD – 1966
THIS COURSE OUTLINE IN CONSTRUCTION IS PART OF THE FINAL REPORT ON "CLUSTER CONCEPT" COURSES IN VOCATIONAL EDUCATION FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION (ED 010 301). EACH JOB ENTRY TASK WAS ANALYZED FOR HUMAN REQUIREMENTS (COMMUNICATION, MEASUREMENT, MATHEMATICS, SCIENCE, SKILLS, AND INFORMATION) NECESSARY TO PERFORMANCE OF THE TASK. THE TASK…
Descriptors: Career Guidance, Construction Needs, Course Organization, Educational Objectives
2002
This document is designed for use by community organizers in creating, developing and maintaining an intergenerational program. Starting with a brief overview of the Maryland Intergenerational Coalition, the document describes (in short, bulleted entries) the activities and accomplishments of various intergenerational programs in Maryland, such as…
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Church Role, Churches, Community Programs

Baltimore County Board of Education, MD. Western Vocational-Technical Center. – 1976
Placement service rationale and organization of the Western Computer Assisted Placement Service (WCAPS) of Baltimore County, Maryland, are described in this manual. (The overall focus of WCAPS is to provide junior and senior high school students, through existing programs, a method of matching their career goals with an occupational setting where…
Descriptors: Career Counseling, Career Guidance, Career Planning, Computer Oriented Programs
Brown, Bettina Lankard – 2001
Workplace mentoring has been identified as an important aspect of work-based learning in projects conducted under the School-to-Work Opportunities Act. By establishing relationships with caring and competent adults who can provide emotional support and facilitate skill development, less-experienced youths and adults are more likely to bridge the…
Descriptors: Administrator Guides, Adult Programs, Business Education, Case Studies