A survey, commissioned by the Alberta College Commission as part of its master planning project, was conducted to identify existing programs, services, and enrollments in post-secondary, non-university and continuing education in the province. A survey instrument was sent to all licensed trade and business schools, adult education centers, private…

This report, developed by the Master Planning Commission on Kansas education, provides some demographic considerations important to the future of education in Kansas. The focus is on the early years beyond high school. Specifically the number of high school seniors are projected over the period of the next decade and a half. Due to its very…

This document presents findings and recommendations of a resource group charged with providing background information and recommendations concerning enrollment for consideration in the development of a master plan for higher education in Connecticut. The resource group feels that public postsecondary institutions should serve the entire community…

A model for long-range planning designed to maximize involvement of college personnel, to improve communication among various areas of the college, to provide a process for evaluation of long-range plans and the planning process, to adjust to changing conditions, to utilize data developed at a level useful for actual operations, and to have…

The San Mateo County (California) Community College District has developed an effective cooperative working relationship among the three colleges and the central office. The effect of updating the district's educational program master plan on institutional autonomy, coordination, and general renewal is examined. (LBH)

Describes the elements of a long-range planning process. (DC)

Changing demographics, public expectations, and economic circumstances mean that traditional measures of postsecondary educational quality may need to be supplemented. The California Commission for the Review of the Master Plan for Higher Education is looking at options for responding to the demand for better programs and teachers. (MLW)

The Irvine Unified School District developed a Master Plan and Guide for Computer Utilization, outlining major goals in microcomputer and mainframe computer use. Educational objectives were identified, and a three-year staff development plan was implemented. (LMO)

The role of the Higher Education Energy Task Force as a catalyst in the conception, development, and execution of campus master plans is discussed. Included are a sample checklist for a physical plant tour, sample list of conservation ideas, and suggestions for coordination of administrative ideas. (MSE)

The Brooklyn Center branch of New York's Long Island University has an impact on the entire downtown of Brooklyn. The library serves the needs of the poor adjacent communities, of businesses in the downtown area, and of five nearby colleges. (Author/MLF)

This document presents Cabrillo College's (California) master plan for 2001 to 2004. Major steps in compiling the master plan included: conducting environmental scanning, making planning assumptions, establishing goals, identifying objectives, developing strategies, and evaluating the plan. The plan is based on six broad goals: (1) to enable…

This report is the 1999 Santa Monica College Educational Master Plan revision. In 1997, the College adopted its first formal Master Plan for Education. Every three to five years, depending on the circumstances, that plan will be completely redone. During the intervening time period, there will be annual revisions to the plan. This revision…

A school construction guide offers key personnel in school development projects information on the complex task of master planning and construction of schools in Australia. This chapter of the guide provides advice on how to set up a master planning team and establish a plan for quickly completing the building process. It provides an overview of…

This report presents observations of experts in planning, design, construction or management of tertiary educational facilities about the emerging issues and the appropriate planning and architectural solutions for higher education facilities as the new millennium approaches. Specific topics discuss the current context of tertiary education…

Over the last decade, K?12 education funding and performance levels have become increasingly important concerns for Californians. By way of response, the state legislature recently opted to include K?12 education in what used to be the California Master Plan for Higher Education. The joint committee to create the new Master Plan assembled working…