A search of experimental and theoretical literature and an analysis of professional textbooks, instructional materials, and published tests were carried out in order to (1) determine current concepts of reading comprehension deriving from experimental investigations, verbal statements, and models and (2) establish the extent to which these…

Presenting a rationale for experiential learning in higher education and an outline for Outward Bound (OB) program development, this guide includes: (1) personal priorities in an OB program (enhancing self-concept; recognizing individual needs; clarifying values; coping with stress and ambiguity; improving interpersonal relations; finding…

The feasibility of using criterion referenced tests (CRTs) in a large-scale evaluation conducted in an effectiveness evaluation context was investigated. The study began by examining the theory that structures the development and validation of CRTs to discover whether, on theoretical grounds alone, CRTs are suitable or not suitable for large-scale…

The director of the Office of Career Education, U. S. Office of Education, identifies and "corrects" what he considers to be conceptual errors about career education found in an article by Norton Grubb and Marvin Lazerson in the "Harvard Educational Review" (1975, Volume 45, Number 4, pages 451-474). Major errors are…

Presented are the findings of a study involving 1,470 public and non-public school principals and 1,248 teachers to provide a statewide data base that would aid in planning adequate and efficient allocation of resources to meet the educational needs of gifted and talented students in Indiana. Chapter 1 provides an introduction to the study with…

A review of the literature was conducted to identify the current status and direction of the effort to meet the individual needs of the disadvantaged student through vocational education. The major data source was the ERIC (Educational Resources Information Center) collections for the time period between 1960 and 1975. Data was subdivided into…

Assessing and developing programs for children with a learning disability (LD) has been a complex and confusing task often involving professionals from the domains of health, education, and the social services in addition to the parents. The problems have included trying to agree upon a definition of LD, identifying interdisciplinary variations…

"Reversibility" is proposed in place of the term "total habilitation." Reversibility is described in terms of the primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention/intervention paradigm. A formula based on the paradigm is presented, together with examples of the process applied to sociocultural retardation and Down Syndrome. (KM)

Surveys the following aspects of sexual harassment policies of 311 colleges and universities: (1) policies and procedures at public and private institutions; (2) creation of policies and procedures; (3) the complaint procedure; (4) effectiveness of policies and procedures; (5) availability and distribution of information; and (6) definitions of…

Disability is a human constant: all human societies have and have always had disabled members. Although the presence of such individuals is a constant, culturally shared responses to them vary greatly across time and social context. (Author/BJV)

Racism does not necessarily involve race; as an ideology, racism can cut across all collective social groupings. Racism takes many forms, including (1) race prejudice; (2) social discrimination; (3) sexism; (4) anti-semitism; (5) White supremacy; (6) ebonicism, xanthicism, and redicism--racist beliefs against Blacks, Asians, and American Indians;…

Discusses the various ways that environmental education is defined. Emphasizes the influence that environmental education can have on values and behaviors. Describes formal and informal approaches to environmental education, along with some of the problems of programs that exist in both of these realms. (TW)

The article presents an overview of the current state of the art of vocational assessment for people with severe disabilities. Definitions of "Severely Handicapped" and "Vocational Assessment" are suggested. The literature on the following specific assessment areas is reviewed: adaptive behavior, cognitive ability, physical condition, academic…

The article introduces a special issue on the national network of University Affiliated Facilities (UAFs) for enhancing the quality of life of developmentally disabled persons. The history, related definitions, and current mission of the UAF network are reviewed, and a comprehensive evaluation system designed for continuous quality assurance is…

Reviews theories about the learning processes, leadership qualities, and interpersonal relationships in the helping process. Describes eight capabilities of effective leaders. Blames failure of leader education programs on inability of program leaders to demonstrate effective leadership. Emphasizes need for immersion of learners and leaders in a…