A survey of 23 state conducted family support programs revealed that great variability exists on eligibility criteria, methods of program administration, amount of support, and types of services provided. Program evaluation data indicate that cost-benefits, decreased rates of out-of-home placement, and effects on family enhancement are primary…

The study reviewed certification-endorsement requirements for special education administrators in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Results indicated that 38 of the 51 respondents had increased their certification-endorsement requirements since 1975, though a causal relationship could not be established. (Author/CL)

Presents survey responses of 100 Michigan firms regarding the use of advanced technologies, employment growth projections in skilled occupations, and views about community college education. Examines the impact of the introduction of office automation, telecommunications, computer-aided design, laser, quality control, materials management, and…

Describes the purposes and methodology of a statewide needs assessment survey conducted in Pennsylvania to determine priorities for cooperative Extension Service programs, assess preferences for state and local community policies, and gather information on citizen characteristics and behavior. Focuses on findings related to educational priorities.…

Reports on a 1983 study of the personal and professional characteristics of chief administrators of continuing education programs at Texas colleges and universities. Provides data on years in the position, prior position, professional goal, publications, type and status of position, areas of responsibility, tasks, and required personal activities.…

The sixth nationwide investigation of public playgrounds by the Consumer Federation ofAmerica (CFA) and the State Public Interest Research Groups (PIRGs) found that amajority of U.S. playgrounds pose hidden threats to youngsters. From March-May 2002, the State PIRGs and other CFA member organizations investigated 1,037 playgrounds in 36 states…

This is the second annual report on the condition of Connecticut's public school facilities required pursuant to Section 10-220 of the Connecticut General Statutes. The data in this report reflect the responses of school district officials to various survey questions. The report includes tables which list school-by-school responses to all survey…

This is the third annual report on the condition of Connecticut's public school facilities required pursuant to Section 10-220 of the Connecticut General Statutes. The data in this report reflect the responses of school district officials to various survey questions. Summary data are discussed in fairly broad categories--education reference groups…

This is the fourth annual report on the condition of Connecticut's public school facilities required pursuant to Section 10-220 of the Connecticut General Statutes. The data in this report reflect the responses of school district officials to various survey questions. Summary data are discussed in fairly broad categories--education reference…

The procedures for a statewide survey and the findings of the survey on the current status of public school facilities in Tennessee and the need for future construction and renovation projects is presented. (FF)

Surveys texts used, enrollment trends, percent of time spent on student chosen topics, grades earned by students, factors involved in determining student grades, opinions of commercial tests, and percent of time spent on various class activities. (DS)

Report shows tabular material regarding physics enrollment; kinds of programs; teacher numbers, qualifications, and experience; and availability of laboratories of physics classes, in Illinois in 1967 when a state-wide survey was taken. (BR)

Reports the results of a survey of librarians in 71 Indiana high schools concerning controversial topics and books that they thought would cause their constituents the greatest concern. Concludes that censorship is taking place and that librarians sometimes acquiesce in indirect censorship, thus denying some students access to important literary…