This guide deals with specific questions and answers concerning discussions and how to lead them. Instructions for group leaders explain effective seating arrangements, group size, and moderating procedures. Benefits of group discussion include increased self-expression, critical-thinking skills, tolerance of others' views, and realization of the…

Provided is a guide for school districts interested in adopting the Helping Eliminate Early Learning Disabilities (HEELD) Program, an early childhood learning program developed and operated in Oregon. The HEELD program is described, and guidelines for implementing the four phases of the program are presented. Sections cover each of the phases as…

The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) operates approximately 222 schools, ranging from small 1-2 teacher day schools to large residential boarding schools. In September 1974, the BIA established student rights and due process procedures. All BIA schools were to develop a student rights and responsibility (SRR) program, initiated at the local school…

This booklet offers practical examples and guidelines to assist job hunters and other applicants in effectively confronting the interview process. Chapters include "Preparing for an Interview," which traces the process from making an initial inquiry to the actual interview situation and analyzes the interviewer's role; "The Job Interview: Practice…

Beginning in Fall, 1974, the Federal Higher Education Information Survey (HEGIS) Inventory of College and University Physical Facilities, submitted by each postsecondary educational institution, included a requirement to report on the condition of the facilities. This requirement emphasized the importance of developing guidelines for institutions…

This document is a tentative effort to lay out some of the components and implications of the "learning how to learn" concept. It is intended to be used in theory building and practical applications in the realm of adult education. Four chapters are included: The Concept (with the subheadings Concerning Terminology, The Learner's Needs, Some…

Together with other publications in this series, this handbook addresses the issue of humanizing education. Specifically, discussion focuses on the role of critical thinking and reasoning in the educational process. Part one outlines reasons, requirements, and methods for teaching critical thinking and reasoning and connects critical thinking with…

Eighty-one percent of Tennessee's public school principals responded to a survey of the physical conditions of their schools. Two sets of 12 criteria were developed, based on the responses, to distinguish adequate and substandard school plants. City systems had more adequate plants than county systems. Secondary and middle schools had more…

In an action research project, local citizens and community groups (often in collaboration with school professionals) investigate community-defined issues. Action research is geared to help people think clearly about an issue and find the resources they need to face it. In such a project, citizens develop skills in organizing, finding resources,…

Described is the National Advocacy Project of the United Cerebral Palsy Association involving demonstration projects and model programs advocating the legal and human rights of the person with a developmental disability and his family. Goals and objectives of the project are listed as follows: improving the effectiveness of agencies and services…

On the premise that individualized instruction and its many variations has become increasingly more important to the vocational and technical educator, various aspects of an individualized instructional program are discussed under eight headings: (1) What Is Meant by Individualizing Instruction in Vocational and Technical Education? (2) Why Do We…

This book is intended to aid school officials in conducting effective community surveys for the purpose of improving citizen involvement and influence in educational decision-making. Although the book is of considerable value when used alone, it is designed for use as part of a set of related publications collectively entitled, "Factual Politics."…

This list cannot be used successfully by a poorly prepared teacher. It has the aim of reminding the teacher what to include in her report. It is not a substitute for training, experience, or perceptiveness - it brings the child's behavior into sharper focus. (Author/AM)

Techniques for effective student organization advisors include defining a problem and allowing students to make the final decision, working with the organization's executive committee, training students for leadership, using publicity to award individual recognition, and providing varied activities. The advisor is responsible for five basic…

Black educators of all specializations are urged to become involved in community adult education efforts. The author defines adult education, presents its basic philosophy, discusses legislation affecting it, sketches its history in black communities, and considers its potential for shaping the future. Guidelines are offered to ensure educators'…