A systematic approach for implementing a comprehensive career education program at the individual school level is described. The advantages of using the Career Activities (CAT) System are presented. (Author)

The systems approach is described, and a generalized model for planning and maintaining a career education delivery system in any setting is presented. (Author)

Describes the implementing of a PPBS model at the Shoreline School District near Seattle, Washington. (MB)

Discusses the use of program planning budgeting systems in changing or implementing courses or curriculums. (GB)

The author suggests that the systems approach used in industrial management can help in the planning of special centers for handicaped students in regular schools. Special centers are considered in terms of their growth, benefits, and as a system development. (SB)

This paper emerges from an ongoing study which involved, firstly, key informant interviews with strategic personnel within the Irish education system, such personnel representing both service providers and service users. The first part of this paper provides a brief summary of the findings of that aspect of the study in relation to the key…

The position taken in this article was that the generalized trend toward educational techniques, which rationalize and systematize what all good teachers are doing, threatens teacher autonomy. (Author/RK)

Examines the major reasons for the slow pace of institutionalization of environmental education in schools. Offers the Regional Environmental Learning System (RELS) as a model of a coordinating base for program evaluation and maintenance. Also identifies this concept's specific characteristics and its set of primary roles. (ML)

Prior to improving volunteer services, a leisure agency should have a realistic expectation of the desired accomplishments, both in individual and organizational terms. A systems approach to volunteer management is discussed that includes the components of planning and coordination; recruitment and orientation; training and placement; and…

Developing a clear idea of needs and objectives for any particular school system is the first step in planning for educational processes. (MB)

The problem was a study of the development of a business education model for methods and procedures in Planning, Programming, and Budgeting Systems (PPBS). (Author)