The purpose of this project was to evaluate the effects of a comprehensive career development program operating during the 1971-72 school year on selected behaviors of students, parents, school staffs, and community participants. Through career development experiences within the normal curriculum in certain experimental schools the project had as…

This exploratory study examined the relationship between reading performance scores and three measures of home environment among kindergarten students of differing racial and ethnic background. It also determined whether there was evidence that participation in a Follow Through Program had been effective in overcoming educational disadvantages…

Prepared for an exemplary project in vocational education, this seven-part interim report provides instructional materials useful in career awareness and career orientation programs. Designed specifically for grades one through eight, each part of the multiple volume report includes: (1) general objectives, (2) behavioral objectives, (3) teaching…

A research and development staff consisting of six teachers from various disciplines, together with a school-community advisory committee comprised of members of the business community, parents, and students, was established to research a career education program for Connecticut Regional District 13. Through a literature review and the results of…

A workshop was conducted at which 13 papers were presented on problems of chronically depressed rural areas. Attendees endeavored to assess the existing knowledge with respect to these problems, to point out major gaps in this body of knowledge, and to suggest types of research needed to cope with the problems of rural poverty. It was determined…

To provide substantive and methodological information concerning systematic vocational placement and followup to individuals responsible for educational program change, a project was conducted to develop three publications, each for different audiences, including school board members, teacher educators, and local school personnel. Information…

This report covers the materials used in and resulting from the second year of a three-year Rural Family Development (RFD) project in Wisconsin. The materials are presented in several parts. The areas covered are (1) the use of television, (2) methods, (3) field services, (4) project evaluation, (5) the RFD in the context of a mediated delivery…

Conservation performance during childhood to portions of the life span beyond adolescence is examined, with existing data replicated on subjects ranging from the preschool to middle-childhood years. Age differences in performance are studied for the typical Piagetian paired-stimulus equivalence conservation of number, substance, weight, and volume…

Reviews recent and current research and development projects in the United Kingdom dealing with online information systems. Main areas of research (systems design, impact on user behavior and organizational structure, ergonomics and bibliographic factors) and research techniques (features analysis, transaction log analysis, surveys and comparative…

A national survey found that, although most dental schools formally evaluate faculty through student ratings, they agree that peer evaluation should be included. Most valued features of evaluation include a feedback mechanism, faculty input, and standardization. Most institutions provide teaching enhancement programs but value may research…

Summarizes five studies related to computerized language education: (1) speech synthesizers and children's writing abilities; (2) comparison of Writing to Read program and traditional teaching; (3) evaluation of Writing to Read program; (4) deaf adolescents and sentence construction; and (5) student attitudes toward writing with computers vs.…

Argues that science research support at the undergraduate level should be increased and integrated with instructional programs. Urges the National Science Foundation to create a management plan for undergraduate education that would support such an effort. Identifies potential problems associated with only funding research in graduate…

Characterizes gap between potential of computers in education and their performance in classrooms; documents differential participation of males and females in computer experiences and discusses contributory factors; describes two studies of how males and females respond to computer learning environments; and suggests actions to foster equitable…

The administrative problems of public sector research programs in developing nations include lack of major public policies and too many minor ones, inadequate or haphazard planning, budgetary constraints, inadequate evaluation and monitoring, inadequate or obsolete equipment and facilities, trained manpower shortages, and limited motivation. (MSE)

The organization of research in Norway, recent developments, postwar trends, and current trends in research are described. Current emphases include women's participation, higher education and work, curriculum development, instructional methods, and learning. (MSE)