Describes the phases of the integration of academic computing into the operations of the Learning Resource Center (LRC) at the Alexandria campus of Northern Virginia Community College. Reviews planning and operational stages and discusses future directions. (DMM)

Stresses the importance of a proper rationale for reorganizing or establishing community education units, which can serve as the basis for the goals, programs, and services of the unit. Considers the effects of a community-oriented rationale on college mission and institutional integrity, faculty/staff, planning and finances, and students. (AYC)

Presents the methods and findings of a survey conducted at the University of Arkansas to determine the status of planning at rural community colleges, the types of data used in making planning decisions, and the perceived effectiveness of short-term planning. (AYC)

Considers important elements of comprehensive faculty evaluation systems (e.g., provision of formative feedback for instructors performing unsatisfactorily and of incentives for excellence). Details the development and results of the evaluation system at Illinois Valley Community College. (LAL)

Describes the development and outcomes of the American Association of Community and Junior College's Building Better Boards Project, which was designed to strengthen the skills of citizen boards of nonprofit organizations by establishing board development/leadership programs at community colleges nationwide. (DMM)

Before a general education (GE) program is initiated or assessed, a solid institutional foundation should exist, including a philosophy and definitions regarding GE. At Ohio's Sinclair Community College, the institutional foundation included a college-wide Assessment Steering Committee charged with developing a comprehensive assessment plan for…

Article considers a program that attempts to translate the environmental awareness and enthusiasm of the young generation into meaningful career commitments. (Author/RK)

States that strategic management requires continuing education leadership to engage in explicit community services goal reaffirmation. Calls for a reassessment of college funding options; risk taking as part of modification for change; linkages with business, industry, and government; maintenance of staff morale and confidence; and strategic…

Provides a historic perspective for staff evaluation and descriptions of conceptual frameworks used in evaluation program planning. Recommends the Southern Regional Education Board's framework for faculty evaluation that includes the development of evaluation purposes; areas for examination; essential evaluation criteria, standards, and evidence;…

Attempts to analyze crime control program development and relate it to several independent variables which might be associated. Results show that often crime control programs were developed at the Associate degree level and appear to duplicate or approximate the police training academies. (Author)

Examines the development and activities of the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development. Discusses four tenets for staff development initiatives: build credibility through face-to-face encounters; supplement personal encounters by a regular flow of information; build an internal staff development network; and encourage…

Describes the bilingual air-conditioning mechanics course at Houston Community College, aimed at Spanish-speaking workers. Several case studies are included along with a description of how and why the program was developed. (CT)

Analyzes the major factors in the failure of student retention programs in community colleges by using an eight-phase hypothetical retention model which is compared with 18 principles of planned change. Concludes with generalizations and explanations for retention program weaknesses. (WL)

Reviews the federally funded Six Dimensions for People over Sixty project undertaken by six community college districts in Arizona to develop continuing education programs. Describes the six districts, the purposes of the project, problems that were encountered, and the eventual institutionalization of the program. (AYC)

Reveals trends influencing the enrollment rate of hearing-impaired college students and discusses the elements of a comprehensive support service program. These include: planning; establishment of services, i.e., counseling, interpreting, note-taking, and tutorial services; and benefits to the institution, the hearing-impaired students, and…