The central aim of this study is to place into the perspective of history, economic theory, and public policy the steps taken by the states to attract new industries, to stimulate the demand for new products, to encourage more tourists, and thus to speed their economic growth and increase employment. Thus, this is a study of the state development…

This report describes recent changes initiated by nine state governments to improve their management of the environment. States include Illinois, Minnesota, Washington, Wisconsin, New York, Vermont, Maine, Maryland, and Michigan. The focus is on governmental structures designed to give impetus to existing environmental programs and on…

In this study, which focused on the influence of leaders in bureaucratic structures on the opinions of staff members, 45 staff members in each of two state divisions of vocational and technical education responded to a questionnaire soliciting nominations to determine opinion leaders. In addition, personal interviews were conducted with selected…

The article describes the steps taken by a Wisconsin area school district to prepare for a site review by the State's Division for Handicapped Children and discusses the agenda and procedures involved in the site review. (CL)

The author argues that the state level should have a major role in establishing a core curriculum but that local flexibility is needed to adapt school policies to varied needs and to better utilize staff at the school level. (MT)

Reviews a model by Joel Kleinman (proposed in this issue) for comparing State infant mortality rates to long-term trends. Asserts that even States with non-significant test results may have problems needing attention. Argues that the model may not be practically applied by State health officials. (KH)

The purpose of this series of webcasts is to communicate directly with state educational agency (SEA) and local educational agency (LEA) staff - those who guide and support the work of schools - on issues related to the implementation of NCLB. The goal of this webcast is to prompt SEAs and LEAs to think about how to identify the qualities of…

This study traces the development of the German higher education system, examining the development of higher education policies from the postwar years to the postunification period. It focuses on federalism and the relative positions of"Lander" (German states) and the government of the Federal Republic (FRG) as revealed in higher…

The demand to hold public institutions accountable for their accomplishments did not begin in the field of higher education. However, in the last 10-15 years, the movement for increased accountability in higher education has gained momentum. California, a trailblazing and trend setting state in many areas, has not made performance measuring a…

This profile uniquely presents a variety of educational and socioeconomic information for Alpine County, nearby counties, and the state. The profile highlights the relationship between various factors that affect the economic well-being of individuals and communities. This presentation of information provides a framework for enhanced…

Presented at the convention of the National Rehabilitation Association (New York City, November 3, 1969). (Author)

A five-question survey of state vocational rehabilitation agency policies regarding the diagnosing of mental retardation for eligibility for service reports results such as that most states do not use diagnostic criteria that are in line with the guidelines recommended by the American Assocation on Mental Deficiency. (Author/MC)

The synopsis describes development by the Mississippi Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind Agency of a data processing system to improve service delivery for clients and enhance the cost-effectiveness of agency resources. (Author/MC)