Students in data processing will see its contributions to our technological society in much sharper relief than those who get no closer to a computer than their next change-of-address card. (Author)

Examines the characteristics of a sound and effective writing workshop program and discusses steps for planning such a workshop. (HTH)

A workshop was conducted to train 51 Montana extension specialists in the use of the National Extension Parent Education Model. Participants reported better working knowledge of the model and greater confidence in their ability to design and evaluate programs using it. (SK)

Demonstrates that a broadened concept of staff development is important and possible. Describes the steps one library took in establishing a staff development plan; the committee that developed the programs; successful programs; and how, with modest expenditures, an investment can grow and provide benefits. Appendixes contain memos and an…

This article focuses on the outcomes in one of the three Greek schools participating in the "Carpe Vitam: Leadership for Learning" project based at Cambridge University. It focuses on the data obtained from teacher and student interviews and uses a framework of analysis based on two qualitative methodological approaches for analysing…

Two documents focus on Transitional Service Centers (TSC) programs designed to help persons with mental retardation or other developmental disabilities enter into employment and community life. The procedural manual introduces the concept of transition from school to work and community living and examines steps in developing TSCs: (1) conducting a…

Designed for use by those who intend to improve the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act (CETA)-adult education linkage through staff development activities, this guide includes a description of CETA purposes, adult education programs, educational linkages, staff development considerations, and support material. The CETA-adult education…

The document presents the program performance report for the Handicapped Children's Early Education Program, a project to arrange workshops on providing training for young cerebral palsied children. A chart lists the outcomes of 31 program objectives such as reviewing the literature to determine existing means of evaluating cognitive and…

The report covers two activities of the Model Site Program of the National Committee: Arts for the Handicapped (NCAH). The first section is devoted to a review of the needs assessment survey which was completed by 703 special education professionals. Data from the survey is summarized according to such topics as the extent to which arts…

This is a guide in outline form to assist practitioners in the planning, conduct, and evaluation of library workshops. Workshop planning groups are described and suggestions for membership are provided. Program planning includes needs assessment, preparation of workshop objectives, audience definition, choice of site and time, presentation…

The authors propose a format for conducting workshops whose goals are the development of programs of continuing education for teachers. The rationale for such inservice teacher improvement is based upon (1) the need to more capably deal with the individual differences among children; (2) the changing nature of the inservice education enterprise;…

THE OBJECT OF THIS HANDBOOK, DEVELOPED AS A PART OF A CONCENTRATED SEVEN-WEEKS SUMMER PLANNING STUDY, IS TO PRESENT THE FINDINGS AND SUGGESTIONS OF THE STUDY GROUP FOR A SYSTEMATIC PROGRAM FOR ACADEMICALLY TALENTED STUDENTS. THE HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY OF THE PROJECT ARE PRESENTED, ALONG WITH THE CHARACTERISTICS AND ROLES OF THE FOLLOWING…

In April and May 1974, the Center of Continuing Education and Community Service of the University of Hawaii at Hilo sponsored a course for 41 members of the Hui Aloha senior citizens club. Between 39 and 44 students, ranging in age from 60 to 93, participated in an experimental workshop program which involved four 8-hour tours of colleges and…

The booklet contains suggestions for planning and conducting an effective inservice teacher-training workshop for special or regular classroom teachers. Considered are ways to communicate with teachers; set objectives; promote active participation, discussion, variety, and respect for participants; organize; provide models and clear directions;…