Discusses the downward trend in the supply and demand for Latin teachers from 1961 to 1973 as reflected by the National Education Association's yearly Teacher Supply and Demand surveys. Statistics show that the downward trend for Latin classes has reversed since 1978, creating a demand for more Latin teachers. (SED)

Reports on a survey of state directors of community college education conducted to identify significant actions taken by state legislatures to guide public policy for community colleges. Provides information on legislation considered or enacted in 1983. (DMM)

Results of a survey of state departments of public instruction regarding criteria for diagnosis of mental reardation within public schools are reported. States varied widely in their definitions and procedures. Many states deviated from AAMD (American Association on Mental Deficiency) guidelines even though AAMD guidelines are included in federal…

The 539 American graduate programs listed in "Graduate Study in Psychology 1983-1984" were surveyed in order to provide more information for advising psychology majors, particularly beginning majors. Information collected included courses students should take for particular types of training and other criteria, e.g., previous research activity, of…

The APU was set up in 1975 in England to conduct national surveys of science performance and to make the findings available to a variety of audiences. The research reported here was carried out from 1979 to 1982 to investigate how people make judgments about the APU science results. (RM)

Reviews studies and publications which focus on information research in environmental education, indicating that information management has yet to become an integral feature of environmental education practice. Points out that additional data on sources of information, use of different education materials, and the role of national/local media are…

Survey responses of 382 school districts from 43 states provide a database about administrative positions, with full-time teachers as a comparison point, in the areas of base salaries, bonuses, benefits, and perquisites. (MLF)

Presents a summary of findings from the spring 1984 Gallup Poll of Teacher's Attitudes. (MD)

Reports results from the 1984 Canadian Education Association poll of public opinion of education. This is the first Canadian survey of its kind. (MD)

A national survey to determine current lanaguage methods and instructional philosophies indicated that many educators of hearing-impaired children combine various language approaches rather than adhering closely to any one method. Opinions as to the type of symbol system to use and when and how to use them varied greatly. (Author/CL)

Of the 342 surveyed programs, 82 percent responded, and 51 percent used microcomputers as an instructional tool. Results indicate a critical need for a software exchange among programs for hearing-impaired students, as well as in-service training and information-sharing programs. The survey information indicates the need for increased support for…

Outlines the results of a national survey of employers on the quality of secondary education. Findings show the majority of employers surveyed did not feel the schools need improvement to fulfill their hiring needs. (MD)

Election results are reported for members of Senate committees and subcommittees (Human Resources; Appropriations; Agriculture; Budget; Commerce, Science, and Transportation; Finance; and Veterans' Affairs), and House committees/subcommittees (Education and Labor; Appropriations; Agriculture; Budget; Energy and Commerce; Science and Technology;…

Attitudes toward the (NASW) National Association of Social Workers were examined by analyzing survey responses from 32 small state chapters. Respondents identified key social issues, described relationships with rural constituencies, evaluated NASW services, and provided general responses regarding NASW expectations, communications, funding, and…

A survey of 790 community and junior colleges on the availability of sign language classes and interpreter training revealed that 373 (four percent) offer sign language classes with an annual enrollment of over 30,000 students. Interpreter training is offered at 54 colleges with a total enrollment of more than 2,100 students. (Author/CL)