It is suggested that the developmental phases of program evaluators replicate those of the profession of program evaluation. A trend in program evaluation from program amelioration to program advocacy and ultimately to program accountability is projected. (Author/MH)

The effectiveness with which vocational education programs respond to the objectives set for them will ultimately be determined by the adequacy of vocational education funding. Present systems of vocational education financing (both federal and state) do not generally ensure the adequate funding of vocational education. (LRA)

A 5-stage method using an idealized model to identify roles of school system personnel and assess their level of implementation was developed to examine the roles of those school system employees who were or should have been involved in the innovative Curriculum Resources Information Bank (CRIB) project. (SB)

The improvement of teacher education will require educators to broaden the philosophic base of education, engage in constructive dialogue with critics, establish high standards of competence, and widen the base of educational research and development. (JD)

Efforts in West Virginia to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of teacher centers are described. (JD)

During the 1978-79 academic year, opinions about the use of evaluation in industrial arts education were sought from state supervisors, industrial arts chairpersons, and school guidance coordinators. Industrial arts chairpersons were asked to identify specific elements which should be included in an evaluation system for industrial arts. (LRA)

Educational psychology must develop precise definitions regarding curriculum, clientele, research needs and emphases, and accountability. (LH)

Five school administrators and art educators respond to the question: "What is your view of the general condition of the arts in the schools today compared to five years ago? Consider changes in both quality and quantity, status and content." (Editor/SJL)

Reviews eleven conditions that are prerequisite for career guidance improvement to take place. Five of these conditions are (1) an expanded concept of career guidance, (2) comprehensive development programs, (3) more career guidance centers, (4) a focus on adults, and (5) equity for all. (LRA)

Criticisms of the effectiveness of bilingual programs should consider the lack of basic and operational research needed to improve program quality. The present study provides evidence from 12 programs attesting to the effectiveness of bilingual education. (Author/NQ)

Surveyed day care directors in Sydney on excluding sick children. Problems cited were: diagnosing likely cause of illness, knowing if symptoms warrant exclusion, and convincing parents to keep sick children at home. Most directors felt relatives or friends should care for sick children and that family leave or provision of a separate room or…

Recounts how a university/high school program was set up between a college of education and public school professionals--redesigning the teacher education program in secondary English at the University of Georgia was the end result. Cites the problems faced and gives a theoretical framework. Discusses early stages and relationships, as well as…

Examines ways in which college journalism instructors can promote their programs in times of shrinking budgets. Provides over 40 suggestions for increasing student participation in journalism programs, funding special projects, and promoting greater departmental visibility on the college campus. Includes a "Top Ten" list of promotional activities.…