Reviews user-related pitfalls which occurred during 222 satellite-mediated broadcasts which were related to medical education and health care delivery, and directed to Washington, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho. Specific consideration is given to those problems which need to be remedied for a user-acceptable system of satellite communication. (FM)

The final segment in a series of three articles on the federal procurement process and service delivery to the handicapped focuses on the appeal-of-award supposition, with particular emphasis on the General Accounting Office's decision regarding the National Instructional Materials Information System contract at Ohio State University. See EC 115…

The authors contend that the traditional isolated therapy model (i.e., the provision of services in the therapy room) leads to a number of problems and thus is not as effective as an integrative therapy model (i.e., the provision of services in natural environments throughout the school day), which is presented as an alternative. (Author/DLS)

The article qustions the role of the learning assistance teacher (LAT) in a program for the gifted at the elementary school level. It examines the key features of a program for the gifted and considers the traits, training, responsibilities and model of service delivery for LATs. (Author)

A questionnaire completed by 48 beef producers and 40 county government personnel in North Carolina found that beef producers depended significantly more on extension education and information. Preferred delivery methods and information sources were also different for the two groups.(JOW)

Globalization is changing the nature of knowledge and therefore of education. In response to global forces, nursing education may change delivery modes, become a marketable commodity, and be delivered by new providers. (SK)

In TeleScopia, a European Union project to develop flexible delivery platforms for distance learning across Europe, courses were more innovative due to the broad range of available technologies. However, relatively little choice was available to learners. Learner-driven rather than technology-driven solutions should be sought. (SK)

A needs assessment of 161 Extension educators in family and consumer science and 4-H/youth development received 28 responses indicating preferences regarding intergenerational program content and delivery format. Results were used to develop curriculum and program delivery strategies and begin planning for a statewide intergenerational program.…

Investigates the likelihood of family reunification across ethnic groups of youth using runaway shelter services nationwide. Youths who reported abuse or neglect by their parental figures or had parent(s) who were unemployed were less likely to reunify following a runaway episode. However, completing youth shelter services markedly increased the…

Describes project delivery methods that are replacing the traditional Design/Bid/Build linear approach to the management, design, and construction of new facilities. These variations can enhance construction management and teamwork. (SLD)

This article is the second in a series on the typology of technology used in distance education courses at the Center for Distance Learning at the State University of New York's Empire State College. Discusses computer technology as the main delivery vehicle of the course guide, discussion, information resources, and assignments. Outlines learning…

This article is based on the keynote address that initiated the American Rehabilitation Counseling Association symposium on psychosocial aspects of rehabilitation, held at the 2002 American Counseling Association annual conference. It lays philosophical groundwork regarding the provision of general human services and, particularly, services…

Makes the case that the effectiveness of the use of information systems (IS) in an organization depends on an evolving understanding of the nature of IS value and that the speed of this organization is, in large part, a function of organizational and IS leadership. Analyzes the role of leadership and its relationship to the concept of absorptive…

Discusses computer-managed learning (CML), which uses a microcomputer to present educational material to students. CML presents content, graphics, and activities, usually in the form of questions to students to allow them to assess their own learning progress. (JOW)