Cites a study of both a small, homogeneous community and a large, heterogeneous community in the midwest and discusses the measurement of the opinions of the general population and the leaders about distribution of scientific information and its use in public decisions. (MH)

Discusses the traditional lack of systematic planning in school curriculum development and argues that effective curriculum planning requires the study of curriculum research literature and the representative interaction of professional educators, students, and the community. Available from Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development,…

This guide is intended to help collaborative groups work together more effectively to promote children's readiness for school and provides useful information on the many factors that affect school readiness. The guide notes North Carolina's definition of school readiness as the condition of children as they enter school, based on five…

Currently, Africa stands out as the world's poorest and most educationally deprived region. Where communities are empowered to identify their own needs and priorities, participate in decisions about resource allocation, and hold education providers accountable for ensuring that children receive a minimum acceptable standard of education, schooling…

The article describes the contributions of social work in two areas, in grass roots community organization and in social planning. As a partial response to the growing connection between the two areas, the writers have attempted to adapt the community organization curriculum of a professional school of social work. (Author/AG)

Discusses resource reallocation, community control, and tuition vouchers, and how each affects the role of the state, the community, and the family in the education process. (SP)

Two separate cross-validations of a previously published correlational study concerning community adjustment of mentally handicapped persons previously institutionalized were reported. (Author/CB)

Three important problems for research on community tenure among former mental patients are identified. (Author)

Reported was a study of the incidence of mental subnormality in the city and county of Bristol on January 1, 1969. (CB)

Describes a study conducted in a racially mixed New York City neighborhood to identify the major issues underlying the educational beliefs of community leaders and educators. (JF)

Not only do black students need assistance in solving problems, but so do school personnel with whom they come in daily contact. Counselors must realize how influential they are in helping youth form images and attitudes. Students need help in channeling energies toward constructive ends and in developing positive outlooks about life. (Author)