A guide designed to assist any California community college in objective self-appraisal of its occupational education programs is presented. It is divided into two volumes. This volume provides the data necessary for an understanding of COPES, the procedures for its application, and time guidelines for scheduling its use. COPES is an acronym for…

The first of a two-part series of articles on how we can improve the quality of workshops is concerned with the functions of the design committee in the planning stages. Workshop objectives, participants, and design are discussed in detail. (BP)

The role of the organization development (OD) practitioner is evaluated based on their activities in the area of management. Changes in the OD role are suggested: (1) a more results-oriented approach, (2) "I'm OK--You're OK" methods, (3) program start-up improvements, and (4) improved followup planning. (EC)

Considers why in-service teacher education has been receiving increasing attention in terms of educational priorities, why it has not been succeeding, and how it can become effective. A set of guidelines gathered from five studies, which surveyed and analyzed a wide variety of in-service practices and programs from the national to local school…

Evaluates the Station Program Cooperative (SPC) of the Public Broadcasting System (PBS) instituted in 1974 to reduce network executive's power in public television programming by using local station program managers as consumer representatives. (MH)

The author advocates improvement of physical education programs through emphasizing endurance fitness and through changing student attitudes toward physical fitness. (DS)

Asks some critical questions about the effectiveness and desirability of childminding. (Editor)

Provides suggestions for creating a successful journalism program: a code of ethics, an excellent faculty, and a realistic curriculum. (KS)

Examines various definitions and pedagogies of critical thinking. Discusses the writing center's role in teaching critical thinking. (MM)

Impressive advances in literacy education have been witnessed in Saudi Arabia during the last 15 years. Massive growth of educational facilities has resulted in increased adult enrollment in literacy programs. Certain strategies--curriculum improvement, inservice training, and experimental programs--were adopted to improve the quality of literacy…

The authors make a brief assessment of the state of the art in research in adult and continuing education. They conclude that the amount of research in adult education appears to be increasing and improving in quality, and in order for the field of adult education to mature properly, more of its work must have a research base. (CT)

When Broward County Schools (Florida) needed to revamp its electronics program to meet the needs of industry, its advisory committee actively participated in improving the program and forging effective school-business partnerships. (SK)

Suggests techniques to reform and strengthen teacher education. Areas included are structure, curriculum, and linkages with other disciplines and with society. (CH)

This article presents suggestions for enhancing the success of inservice programs, with particular attention to the need for adequate follow-through. Issues addressed include selection of topics, specification of goals, adequate planning and support, and thorough preparation of those responsible for program development. (PGD)