The articles of this theme issue explore the use of educational research and whether the American Educational Research Association should play more of an advocacy role in the educational policymaking process. The challenge is one of expanding debate and discussion on educational research beyond the research community to the policy process. (SLD)

Six adult education experts describe what they hope to see addressed in the British government's white paper on lifelong learning: learning environment, removal of barriers to information technology-supported learning, collaboration, informal learning, adults in higher education, support noneconomic/skill-based forms of learning, and a broader…

Discusses steps necessary to develop an emergency preparedness plan for child care centers: (1) identifying the need for policies through brainstorming and reviewing previous emergencies; (2) identifying potential issues through consultation; (3) establishing center procedures; (4) identifying a spokesperson to present accurate public information;…

Discusses wife assault and reports on two studies in which the social service network is viewed as an information system and which question the effectiveness of community responses to the information needs of battered women. Library services to individual women, social services providers, and public policy or decision makers are suggested.…

This article provides a case study of the use of emergent design, which asks evaluators to adapt their inquiry processes as understanding develops, in the evaluation of a family support program, tracing the emergence of evaluation procedures through three phases. Two phases produced data that policymakers found very helpful. (SLD)

Discusses the premise of theory, methods, and social science in relation to the history of education. States the articles in this issue demonstrate there are still current active explorations of educational history being conducted. (KDR)

Examines the leadership perspective of three community college board chairs that were examined in a three part study using qualitative data. Themes of facilitation, communication, information, participation, expectation, and collaboration emerged from the data. Author summarizes the chair's perspective and offers a guide to board chair leadership.…

The arrival of an openly non-heterosexual camper caused a North Carolina camp to reexamine its policies. Challenges facing gay, lesbian, bisexual, and questioning (GLBQ) youths are discussed, and nine ideas for creating a safe environment for all campers and staff are described. Four resources for camp professionals on GLBQ youth are presented.…

Argues that microeconomics principles courses are structured around an approach to policy that avoids many controversial but central policy issues including: the interplay of moral issues and efficiency; questions of consumer sovereignty; and questions of the interrelation between measures of efficiency and income distribution. Suggests a dual…

Suggests that questions of motivation and learning are central to the concept of human capital. Reviews motives for learning in education and work. Highlights the goals that motivate human endeavor. Concludes with two challenges for those who work with concepts of human capital and development. (CAJ)

Presents the constitution and bylaws of the National Art Education Association. Includes the preamble to the constitution;, the nine articles within the constitution covering topics, such as organization and governance, elections, and meetings; and the ten bylaws revised in 2001. (CMK)

Describes the development and organization of the four campuses of Delaware Technical and Community College. Summarizes recent developments, such as the implementation of a renewed college-wide planning process and a focus on a system-wide mission, rather than campus-based goals. Reviews current college program offerings, enrollments, and budget.…

Surveys 646 teachers (in 26 secondary schools) to determine perceptions of their level of participation in school decisions. Finds high teacher participation in decisions involving curriculum and instruction and pupil personnel, but little or no participation in planning, policy development, student achievement, and budgeting. (Contains 36…

Explores different layers of policy and the intellectual arenas from which they emerge about inclusion. Sees attempts in recent policy to fuse New Right and center-left thinking. States that proclamations from British politicians about inclusion are to be welcomed, but effects of exhortation will be counteracted by policy promoting competition.…

A convincing and compelling case is needed for science and technology in the platform language of the ongoing meeting of the United Nations. Speculates on how science and technology can be made integral to women's advancement. (DDR)