The Anthropology Curriculum Project (ACP) of the University of Georgia for the period 1964-65 is evaluated. The report is presented in three sections. Section I discusses the project hypothesis that pupil achievement would not differ according to the level of teacher training in anthropology. The experimental group consisted of 12 first-grade…

The Ideal Student Description Q-Sort was developed originally as a predictive instrument to determine probable success rates as teachers based upon the teacher candidate's perceptions of students in general. The Q-Sort consists of 84 items describing "openness" and "closedness" in a student and reveals the extent to which a…

One of 15 core modules in a 22-module series designed to train vocational education curriculum specialists (VECS), this guide is intended for use by both instructor and student in a variety of education environments, including independent study, team teaching, seminars, and workshops, as well as in more conventional classroom settings. The guide…

As part of the Michigan State Board of Education's continuing activities in the planning and coordination of postsecondary education in the state, an attempt has been made to examine the question of the quality of the educational process. It was determined that a committee of the faculty of the institutions of higher education would be the best…

The week-long conference was productive of both ideas and enthusiasm. Important accomplishments of the week include an annotated directory of conferees; five background papers -- evaluative criteria, consumer information, grievance mechanisms, vocabulary/terminology, and site visitation; a simulation game of a state-agency visit to a…

Processes are described which were used to continue the planning necessary for the production of a 20 episode educational television series for parent education. Dramatic episodes showing conflict in the lives of five fictional families form the basis for the planned series which is intended to educate 17-25-year-old parents to facilitate the…

This paper describes the structure and operation of an evaluation system for the developmental education program at Dalton Junior College (Georgia). All applicants for admission to the college who score below 330 on either section of the Scholastic Aptitude Test are required to take the Comparative Guidance and Placement (CGP) test to determine…

This document describes, in question and answer format, the Credential Award System through which the Child Development Associate (CDA) Consortium regulates assessment of child care personnel who apply for the CDA credential. A private, non-profit organization of national professional associations, the CDA Consortium was founded in 1972 with the…

During a three-month clinical clerkship in medicine 175 medical students were evaluated. A proficiency assessment process was developed that included preceptor evaluation of on-the-job performance as well as oral and written examinations. Data analysis showed small correlations among the three measurements of competence. (Author/LBH)

The development of an innovative undergraduate education degree program using modules is examined as an illustration of innovative teaching, learning, and assessment methods, including distance learning, peer teaching, self assessment, group projects, first-hand research, analysis of group dynamics, and critical inquiry. (MSE)

Reports the rationale, design, implementation, and results of an examination of the impact of online subject catalogs on users by comparing their behaviors before and after catalog installation. Evaluation criteria included volume of use, types of searches, use of other catalogs, search time, user satisfaction, and need for assistance. (CLB)

This article describes some insights of the author based on 20 years experience in using the educational research and development process. Problems and strategies related to planning, developing a prototype, and evaluating educational programs and instructional materials are discussed. (Author/JAZ)

Presents guidelines for making individual cassette recordings for student homework from tape masters accompanying foreign language texts. Strategies for using and supplementing curricular material are also discussed. (LMO)

Discusses interactive videodisc technology (IVD) development and potential; education and training capabilities specifically related to developing countries; costs; technical capabilities; likely applications which justify IVD's initial programming expenses; specific IVD applications relative to remedial mathematics and science education, job…

A job-related system for evaluating faculty performance in a college of business is examined. The method emphasizes the role of the department chair, links weighted faculty responsibilities in teaching, scholarship, and service, and uses results in annual evaluations and salary recommendations. (Author/MLW)