Chapter 1 programs across the country have taken significant steps toward building better communication with hard-to-reach families. Schools should adapt communication strategies to family needs, reach the intended audience, design inviting parent workshops, and make "good news" telephone calls. A sidebar features the McAllen, Texas,…

The Alliance for Technology Access (ATA) operates an outreach program whereby donated used/surplus computer equipment is refurbished, customized, and loaned to disabled individuals. ATA also operates resource centers that provide information services, training, and problem solving through the use of high-level and low-level technology. A list of…

Working with groups to develop oral history and local studies projects involves an equal partnership, as well as the recognition of the importance of the tutor's role in developing effective learning opportunities. (Author/SK)

Compares the Schools Reaching Out programs at two elementary schools in Roxbury (MA) and New York City with four similar projects elsewhere. Describes how an intervenor not involved with the ordinary operation of the school can help design, direct, motivate, and assess a school outreach program. (DM)

Discusses the programs and services which are provided for street children by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) of the Philippine government. Linkages and networking of the DSWD are also briefly outlined. (RJC)

Thirty-seven parents of developmentally handicapped children were surveyed concerning the effects of computerization on service delivery in a Parent Outreach Program. Most parents felt they were more able to see their children's progress over time and to select appropriate goals but did not report improvements in service quality. (Author/JDD)

Explores the processes through which unemployment groups were established and the significance of their activities. Self-help groups were joined by community development workers and the outcome was an integration of educational, individual, and community needs. (JOW)

The authors explain some of the successful teaching strategies that the faculty of the Intercollegiate Center for Nursing Education have used at their outreach site, 200 miles from the main campus. Topics discussed include (1) faculty roles, (2) supportive services, and (3) theory presentation methods. (CH)

Northern Illinois University offers ACCESS (Adult Continuing Education Services), a learning skills program for workers at a Chrysler plant in conjunction with the United Auto Workers. The project illustrates the necessity of determining mutually desired outcomes for labor, management, and educators and of flexibility on the part of universities…

Presents a systematic counseling intervention philosophy based in the public school. School-based outreach network counseling is a communications and systems model that emphasizes the counselor's responsibility to enhance the possibilities for the problem child and his or her family to change. Focuses on the emotional and trust-based aspects of…

Outreach is defined as one of six types of public service, along with inreach, university service, professional service, community/civic service, and consulting. Outreach is part of the academic core, cross-cutting teaching, research, and service. Its integration into the university mission changes the focus of continuing higher education. (SK)

An Oregon pilot effort enabled rural leaders to use computer networks and databases through the Internet. The "virtual community" thus created facilitated communication among diverse audiences separated by distance. (SK)

Discusses the author event in libraries and the efforts Baker and Taylor has made to bridge the communication gap between publishers and libraries and to encourage author publicity events. Argues that events are good business for publishers, writers, and libraries; and outlines aspects libraries must consider in organizing such an event. (EA)

Argues that patrons in a publicly supported academic library come from the general community as well as from the university, and include children, adolescents, and business people. The importance of recognizing the needs of various user groups and budgetary and staff limitations are stressed along with setting future priorities. (28 references)…