The papers from this seminar focused on the role of performance indicators in distance education, particularly the planning, development, production, and distribution of performance indicators. The papers are: (1) "Inaugural Address" (G. Dhanarajan); (2) "Presidential Address" (R. G. Takwale); (3) "Performance Indicators…

This document presents the strategic planning goals and mission statement of the University of Maine Augusta at Lewiston-Auburn College. The first and longest section outlines objectives concerning the college's academic programs including full-time and part-time faculty instruction, the core curriculum, strengthening the information…

This booklet offers strategies for leading small groups as they investigate the status of school reform. The tools described were used in the collection of information from focus groups in New York, Massachusetts, and Vermont. Some of the groups were comprised of school practitioners, while others were made up of providers of support to schools,…

This study examined enrollment trends at the level of individual majors for Nova Southeastern University, Florida. The results should provide support for the evaluation of the major, enrollment planning at the program and center levels, and more detailed context for program review and university strategic planning. The study includes an analysis…

The passage of the No Child Left Behind Act marks the most significant shift in federal education policy in 35 years. It calls for a revolutionary change in the culture and values of the American educational system and a transformation in the U.S. Department of Education's (DE) accountability practices. In the coming years, the DE will lead a…

This guide provides examples of good practice in strategic planning within higher education, particularly as it applies to Northern Ireland. Examples are drawn from the experiences of 13 case study universities and colleges. Sections of the report include a summary; an introduction and overview of the strategic planning process; and a discussion…

This document consists of three issues of NCR Parameters (January, May, and September 1999), a newsletter published by the National Council for Research and Planning to highlight research and planning concerns at two-year postsecondary educational institutions. These three issues focus on: (1) "Multidimensional Planning," (January, 1999)…

This paper describes a project, currently in the planning stage, that is intended to provide definitive instructional technology standards for Taiwan's colleges and universities. The objective is that upon, completion of this project, instructional technology quantitative and qualitative standards for colleges and universities in Taiwan will be…

This document presents the second-year implementation plans for 1998-1999 of Dalton State College's Strategic Plan for 1997-2000. It contains the following planning priorities and action plans for the roles of the: President; Office of Institutional Research and Planning; Office of Public Relations; Dean of Academic Affairs; Division of Business…

This report examines single- and multi-track educational programs as found in California's public school system, explores the pros and cons of using year-round education (YRE) programs, and how to implement these programs. Each year-round tracking system is detailed using each of their calendars in a side-by-side comparison along with the…

The three issues of this 1997 research brief provide information about institutional programming and planning at St. Petersburg Junior College (SPJC) (Florida). Brief number 1 summarizes the 1996 Enrolled Student Survey and contains sections on student demographics, student satisfaction ratings, and open-ended questions about academic and support…

The purpose of this document is to provide guidance and counseling professionals with a curriculum to enhance the school guidance and counseling program by providing sequential, developmentally planned activities for all students to gain an understanding of their academic, social, cognitive, and emotional development; become knowledgeable about…

This document presents Jefferson College's "Long Range Plan," which is intended to provide the College's governing board, administration, and faculty and staff with a task-oriented blueprint for maximizing the delivery of higher education services to students and the community in a predictable, programmatic, and fiscally sound manner.…

This report is part of Hudson County Community College's (HCCC) work in providing analysis of employment trends for the following purposes: to help the college understand employment projections as they relate to its programs; to provide employment projections for upcoming program reviews; and to assist the college as it develops a strategic plan.…

The report presents Truckee Meadows Community College's (Colorado) model for assessing institutional effectiveness and validating the College's mission and vision, and the strategic plan for carrying out the institutional effectiveness model. It also outlines strategic goals for the years 1999-2001. From the system-wide directive that education…