A special project which provided technical consultation and training for counselors specializing in rehabilitation of the severely disabled is described. A systems approach, utilizing mechanical assistive devices and other mechanical aids and adaptive techniques, enabled many of these clients to become more self-reliant and independent. Included…

It was determined that the further development of the Regional Medical Library Program required a more direct relationship with institutions than could be gained through announcements and direct mailings. Thus, since several libraries had shown some success in upgrading of libraries through the employment of medical library consultants, it was…

The purpose of this annual report (1971-72) by the Arizona Commission of Indian Affairs is to discuss the progress being made by the Commission in its program of cooperation with state and Federal agencies, tribal councils, legislators, and others in developing harmonious working relationships and trust. Listed are Commission members, Commission…

This study reports the results of a systematic inquiry to assess the extent to which consultant teams had contributed to principals' acceptance of innovation. Data were based on the Institutional Change Model developed by an Educational Professional Development Act (EPDA) project. Participants of the study were principals of 12 elementary schools.…

A CURRICULUM AND COURSE OF STUDY WERE DEVELOPED TO PROVIDE GRADUATE TRAINING FOR TEACHERS OF DISADVANTAGED YOUTH. AN INTERDISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE OF SPECIALISTS WAS ORGANIZED TO DEVELOP BACKGROUND MATERIALS AND TO EVALUATE AND REFINE THE WORK OF ITS MEMBERS. PRACTITIONERS WERE ALSO INVITED TO PREPARE PAPERS ON VARIOUS ASPECTS OF STUDENT-TEACHER…

This study focuses on the process by which school consultants select the teachers with whom they consult. Research participants were 14 certificate or doctoral matriculants in a school psychology program. A questionnaire was adminstered to all consultants consisting of ranking and rating items. Consultants were asked to: (1) list all the teachers…

Discusses pending Congressional legislation that would restore science advisory machinery to the White House and differences between House and Senate versions of the bill. (MLH)

Describes the organization and operations of the Community Services Team of the Juvenile Welfare Board. Through consultation, planning and funding to child-serving agencies, the team assumes responsibility for identifying weaknesses in service programs for children. (ED)

The article discusses some general aspects of mental health in schools, the role of mental health consultation as a means of facilitating and enhancing prevention, and a specific technique of mental health consultation found effective by some mental health specialists and educators. (Author/CTM)

Reported is the accreditation process of a southern California mental health facility, which involved the aid of an external consultant. (BD)

Guidelines developed by the Professional Standards and Ethics Committee of the International Reading Association in May 1978 list attitudes, concepts, and skills necessary for seven different roles in reading instruction. (MKM)

Urges teachers of technical writing and graduate students in English to get off campus and engage in giving businesses advice intended to solve problems in technical communication, editing technical communication publications, and researching and writing such publications. (GW)

Presents the dispute over allowing private patients to be treated in the National Health Service (NHS) Hospitals in Great Britain. (HM)

In Wisconsin, the state reading association played an active role in a legislative effort to get reading teachers into schools to develop coordinated, comprehensive developmental reading programs. (MKM)

Outlines the process of selecting an energy consultant as well as key items in consulting contracts. (Author/MLF)