A checklist is provided for development and implementation of a health education curriculum. (JD)

A comprehensive view of resource allocation requires the realization that educational resources are nonhomogeneous, can be allocated in meaningful ways at different levels and by different decision makers, and can be substituted for one another within certain boundaries. Students determine whether resources are actually used to produce educational…

A beech leaf, garnet crystals, trilobite fossils--brought by children aged three to twelve transform the science room. Investigates the importance of learning materials that children bring to the classroom at no expense. (Author/RK)

Looks at the use of distance education as a means to deliver training. Discusses advantages, technologies involved, and program development and offers a glossary of distance learning terms, tips for developing effective programs, tips for teletraining instructors, and additional resources. (JOW)

Presents exemplary material from the publication "From Little Acorn Grow--Spreadsheets 9 to 13," a photocopiable resource book that contains spreadsheet ideas. Highlights the process of preparing the publication. (JRH)

Describes how electronic resources can support learning in small and medium-sized enterprises by identifying connections among management strategy, technology deployment, and knowledge creation. Examples of emerging practices in the use of electronic resources are used to develop a matrix that matches type of learning (adaptive, collaborative,…

Describes Curriculum Services Canada (CSC) process of evaluating electronic learning resources. Includes advantages of electronic learning and a checklist for choosing an electronic learning evaluator. (PKP)

Describes process of establishing effective partnerships with businesses and foundations to raise money and resources for schools. Includes how to get started, making contact with potential partners, planning an event, materials for prospective partners, gaining partners' commitment, and keeping the commitment. (PKP)

Describes the Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) system, a national network of 16 specialized clearinghouses and several central ERIC service facilities. Notes that the ERIC system is charged with enhancing the database of educational resources by identifying hard-to-find materials. Explains briefly how to use ERIC and the educational…

Lists 17 organizations and 13 print resources for information and assistance and gender equity. (SK)

Includes "The Internet: Where Few Trainers Have Gone Before" (Rubin); "The Attractions of the Internet" (Sorohan); and "Trainers' Network on the Net," a discussion of the Training and Development listserv (TRDEV-L) with its founder, David Passmore. (SK)

A list of science-related computer bulletin board systems is presented. Entries include geographic area, phone number, and a short explanation of services. Also included are the addresses and phone numbers of selected commercial services. (KR)

Presents some sources and resources that allow educators to obtain relevant data, printed materials, purposeful advice, and ideas that ensure effective home-school relationships. Lists addresses of organizations readers may wish to contact to obtain information. (MG)

Presents descriptions of 11 websites helpful for teachers of creative writing. Lists websites produced by: National Council of Teachers or English; Education Planet; ERIC; Scribbling Women; The National Writing Project; Academy of American Poets; Journal of Teaching Writing; Learning Disabilities Online; Inkspot; Ideas for Teaching Writing; and…

Presents a pathfinder to help elementary school teachers connect to the Internet. Includes basics of the Internet; links to other helpful Web sites; lesson plans ready to use in the classroom; sites with resources for teachers to create their own lesson plans; North Carolina resources; and print resources. (LRW)