The need for competent formal evaluation programs, particularly for new federally assisted programs, is expressed. Problems in defining educational evaluation and its requirements, in designing such evaluations, and 3 possible sources of faulty conceptual bases for evaluations, are presented. An attempt is made to define evaluation in general, to…

The discrepancies between the comprehensive design for Follow Through evaluation and the program management's needs of the seven models in Philadelphia are discussed. The national evaluation has focused on pupil performance and achievement data. The local evaluation, conducted since 1968, has focused on: (1) the assessment of the correspondence…

This paper examines in detail the problem of evaluation as applied to adult education, and presents results of a study in which adult students evaluated the night school program in Vancouver by means of a questionnaire. The following topics are discussed: the definition of evaluation; the differences between evaluation as applied to adult…

Volume II is a compendium of the major existing literature that (1) describes the activities performed in educational RDD&E; and (2) presents the frameworks or models that have been used to define, describe, differentiate, and relate educational RDD&E. It serves as a basic literature source for the design and implementation of new training…

Traditionally, tests in the language arts have focused on the mechanical skills of reading, writing, and spelling. The problems which have arisen because of tests which measure reading and composing ability without ever requiring the child to actually read or compose have been compounded by teachers' tendencies to turn children away from books by…

This paper presents a theory of individual differences in teachers' evaluation of student composition, which is based on the notion that certain formulations of writers in various disciplines--such as literary criticism, philosophy, and psychology--can provide a basis for understanding. Sources tapped include, among others, the following titles:…

A study was made of professional qualifications for personnel employed as program evaluators and auditors. These qualifications, according to operational or theoretical models, are necessary to assure local school districts of obtaining the services of competent and ethical personnel. Findings of (1) a review of literature, (2) a national survey…

The relationship between administrators and faculty is discussed with respect to the issue of faculty evaluation. The need for administrators to educate their faculty in the need for evaluation and to be well-versed in evaluation research is stressed. (JKS)

Psychologists will become more involved in case conferencing, developing individualized educational plans, and case review as a result of PL 94-142, Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975. They will work on multidisciplinary teams. Four consultation models are described: mental health, organizational process, information giving, and…

The author discusses the development of goals and performance standards for teacher evaluation of curriculum design, skill proficiency, knowledge levels, student interest, and teacher self-performance. (MJB)

Norm-referenced tests are inappropriate for evaluating health care practitioners; criterion referenced tests better describe what is not being measured. Reliable assessment of competency should focus on the valid testing of reasonable numbers of important skills. Available from: Sage Publications, Inc., 275 South Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills,…

The article discusses the cost-effective use of faculty and facilities in associate degree nursing programs, as a large number of programs with small classes is uneconomical. Appraisal of admissions to reach an enrollment level sufficient to justify program cost is suggested. (MF)

Cites the need for professional development specialists to evaluate and report on the quality of their programs to assure continued funding. Discusses how to choose an evaluation model, organize for evaluation, and gives steps for implementation. (RT)

The author isolates and discusses the following evaluation aspects of cross cultural student teaching projects: (1) project rationale and objectives; (2) local institutional commitment of resources; (3) recruitment and selection of participants; (4) pre-site academic/experiential preparation; (5) noninstructional requirements; (6) site personnel…

The need for measurement of management productivity among research administrators is discussed. Some major problems of subjective assessment of management productivity are examined, and five ways managers can assess and improve their own and others' productivity are proposed. (MSE)