Results are reported for an Adult Education Research Project which attempted to resolve one of the major problems in participation studies, that of how to construct variables to represent activeness in taking educational courses which will also contain relevant information for educational planners concerning attitudes of non-participants, and will…

Discusses methodology and results of a study of participatory educational planning. Objectives were to (1) understand the social and attitudinal forces that drive people to join educational policy-making groups, and (2) assess effect of organizational factors pertinent to the particular policy-level activity upon the intensity and quality of…

Asserts that in simultaneously fostering esteem and learning among black children, there must be a curricular atmosphere of positivism as opposed to an atmosphere of negativism. The atmosphere of the school, the relationships with students, the nature of the course and course materials should all bear symbols and contingencies that stimulate a…

The Headmaster of a British elementary school describes some of the problems encountered and steps taken to integrate a group of Gypsy children into the school community. (RW)

Describes an adult education course designed to stimulate public awareness in planning matters, and compares the course with another differently planned program with the same purpose. Notes that given the concentration of resources and cooperation between adult education and community development agencies, interest in planning issues can be…

This timely address highlights the growing complexity of the federal-past secondary interface and the need for thoughtful, constructive discussion of mutual and conflicting interest in the search for an effective relationship. Delivered Feb. 6, 1977 to a meeting of the National Association of Veterans' Program Administrators in Washington, D.C.…

Compares findings of two reviews of higher education--the 1997 Dearing Report on the United Kingdom's system and the not-yet-released West Review of Australia's system. Argues that both reports illustrate the parallel changes in the systems in recent years and guarantee further radical shifts in the direction of higher education systems in the…

Reports the results of a faculty self-study conducted at Louisiana Tech University's College of Education regarding faculty use of technology in planning and instruction; required student use; perceived obstacles to increased use; and faculty interest in professional development in technology. Strategic planning to increase faculty use of…

Proposes a set of questions to help educational planners develop clear, coherent concepts in policy proposals. Guidelines must be used discerningly, depending on the degree of lucidity politically feasible for particular policy situations. Planners might want to formulate deliberately ambiguous policy concepts and let precise meanings evolve out…

This article describes Project Mandela, a federally funded enrichment and family support program for special populations (such as culturally diverse and economically disadvantaged) of gifted learners. Eighty-seven families participated in development of Individual Family Support Plans to enhance children's educational progress. The project found…

Suggests a timeline and activities for early childhood educators to plan for a new school year. Provides a sample meeting agenda, teacher to-do list, classroom readiness checklist, a rules and expectations list for students, a substitute teacher packet checklist, and a list of things to do for the first week of class. (MOK)

Cites the example of a 4-year-old with Down syndrome attending an inclusive early childhood program to illustrate how the ecological assessment and planning process is used to individualize instruction. Includes a list of the child' IEP goals and objectives, a copy of the ecological planning form, and a description of adaptations and arrangements.…

Discusses how music teachers can begin a gospel choir at the middle school through university levels. Provides a historical background on gospel choirs and presents the benefits of having a gospel choir. Focuses on issues teachers should address, how to teach this type of choir, and common misconceptions. (CMK)

Describes three phases, with corresponding characteristics, that emerge as schools plan for technology: (1) Equipment Acquisition; (2) Equipment Acquisition plus Learning; and (3) Results plus Equitable Experiences plus Accountability. Includes a checklist of characteristics of technology planning for each of the three assessment phases. (AEF)

Discusses the effects of change brought about by technology integration in postsecondary institutions. Strategies are provided for managing the change process, focusing on articulating a vision; developing a plan; creating organizational structures; providing adequate training and support; and promoting technology use. (AEF)