One of a series of papers on critical issues in vocational-technical education, this paper examines rural education as it now exists, and some of the diagnostic information available which will assist in identifying some specific needs. Some problems in meeting needs are discussed, and it is noted that data about the students, the adult…

Vocational and technical training programs for less developed countries offer little in the way of training the intermediate cadres, technicians, and village level workers necessary for modernizing the primary sector on which developing economies depend. Training is vital because it secures cost reduction and maximum use of organization, enables…

This paper attempts to re-examine the role of the agricultural educator and the agricultural researcher during the decade of the 1970's. Based on the national goals, the magnitude of the problems of providing adequate programs, and the findings of research, the authors contend that agricultural education should assume the responsibility for…

The Shared-Time Concept project was one of several conducted under a grant for a developmental vocational education research and teacher education program based on a clinical school concept. The objectives were (1) to determine the extent and nature of use of the shared-time concept for conducting vocational education programs, and (2) to develop…

The utilization of supportive services to improve vocational education programs is reported from the community and school resources perspectives in the 2 speeches which make up this document. The first speech, delivered from the standpoint of community resources, mentions 2 variables which must be considered: the population to be served and the…

Recounts how Williamsport Area Community College and Milwaukee Area Technical College developed successful, well articulated occupational programs with good placement records. Success was attributed to quality of leadership, funding available, clarity of purpose, and support of community. (TP)

Outlines planning procedures and strategies that enable special education supervisors to fit work transition programs for disabled students to local circumstances. Discusses school and community needs assessment to establish program goals; alternative program models; and planning imperatives related to knowledge of the community, staff background,…

Belize (formerly British Honduras) has achieved a good deal of success with its Rural Education and Agriculture Programme (REAP). REAP was initiated in 1976 to create the attitudes and provide the skills necessary for rural youth to make meaningful contributions to the country's agricultural development. Initiated by an intraministerial and…

A study was conducted in Alberta (Canada) to determine the feasibility of using mobile industrial education and home economics laboratories to provide on-site instructional facilities for junior high schools that do not have sufficient populations to warrant the construction of more permanent laboratories. Information was sought on the flexibility…

To provide vocational educators with reliable information about the handicapped and suggestions for implementing services according to the Vocational Education Amendments of 1968, ideas were developed during a 2-day national conference attended by 200 educators and rehabilitation specialists, and were refined during nine regional clinics. Using…

The report details some aspects of the American Friends Service Committee's (AFSC) and the Mali government's cooperative rehabilitation project for nomad families along the shores of Lake Faguibine. Covering the years 1975-81, the report contains five sections. The introduction provides background information on nomads and the Sahel; drought,…

Descriptions of vocational, practical arts, and general adult education programs for an exemplary school curriculum, grades K-12 in Leflore County, Mississippi, are given in this 1969 document. Suggestions include development of an area vocational-technical school designed to supply partially the anticipated manpower needs of this rural county. It…

After reviewing several of the problems facing educators in our changing society, the author focuses on the specific problem of providing adequate vocational education for rural youth. The ideas of community involvement in vocational education via business and industry advisory councils, plus more money for rural schools, are seen as possible…

This project was conducted to determine how best to serve the needs of rural vocational education students in Arizona. The study examined the literature on delivering instruction in such a manner that graduates of all vocational programs have equal opportunity, equal access, and equal competitiveness in the marketplace. Problems in supplying…

A School-to-Work conference showcased programs for American Indian students in grades K-16, out-of-school youth, parents, and communities, and partnerships that were developed with business and industry. Discusses culturally relevant curriculum, hands-on training, entrepreneurship as a viable career choice, partnerships with corporations,…