The model allows for the determination of the severity of the training problems, thus leading naturally to problem priority and in addition a basis for evaluation design. Results from the use of the model, in an operational setting, are presented. (Author)

Use of cost-benefit analysis in evaluation of seven manpower service programs for ex-offenders in Illinois shows these programs have benefit-cost ratios ranging from 4.24 to 16.88. Demographic profiles for the client flows differ somewhat, with Operation DARE's population being somewhat of a more "hard-core" group based on previous law…

Effects of the Transcendental Meditation program in a maximum security prison were studied via cross-validation design. Meditation and control groups indicated reduction in anxiety, neuroticism, hostility, and insomnia as a function of the treatment. (Author)

This article reports an empirical investigation of client perceptions and attitudes toward a comprehensive rehabilitation center for the physically and mentally handicapped. Client attitudes toward the staff, the treatment program, and the institution were analyzed in terms of their relationship to individual background characteristics. (Author)

Attempted to develop comprehensive criteria to measure social adjustment of parolees who had participated in a work-training release program, using a small sample of women parolees. This program seemed rather successful in terms of return to prison, but data left a number of questions unanswered about measures of recidivism. (Author)

This paper discusses evaluation of human service programs. Evaluation can be useful because: (1) evaluative data can be relevant to the basic goal of a demonstration to field test some strategy or technique; (2) process evaluation can help generate enthusiasm for self-improvement among staff; (3) evaluation can help build a communication network…

This investigation reports on follow-up information received from past participants of a school-based social learning program designed for problem adolescents. Data resulting from this pilot study fail to conclusively demonstrate the long-term merits of the behavioral program with this population. (Author)

Research supported by the U.S. Vocational Rehabilitation Administration Grant RD-957, and the West Virginia Vocational Rehabilitation Division, Charleston, West Virginia.