Reports on procedures utilized by the National Association for Research in Science Teaching (NARST) between 1974 and 1977 to define priorities for research in science education. (CP)

The maintenance of a viable and active linkage between the social worker and the educator is a key issue in social work today for preparation of social work students. The advisory board model is a possible alternative. (JC)

Describes the variety of community programs and organizations used by Community School District 11 in New York City to ensure a vigorous and effective partnership between the schools and the community. (JG)

Examines the intrinsic and extrinsic determinants of success of commissions and committees of enquiry into educational matters in the developing nations of the commonwealth. Despite their defects, commissions and committees provide the best instrument available to governments to acquire specialist advice and consult with the public at large.…

Nine higher education commission reports were examined as to quality of research and stated objectives in comparison with results. Surveyed assessment by 29 peer leaders indicated that only Carnegie Commission reports could be shown to have changed the law and others had limited effect. (LBH)

The study involved a 3 1/2 year retrospective analysis of a transdisciplinary peer review committee in a residential facility for the mentally retarded including 141 restrictive behavior management programs. Data are presented on three variables: (1) "turn around" time, (2) average number of reviewers, and (3) reviewer comments.…

In the evaluation of a major university's effort to extend its resources in support of volunteer development, the program decisionmakers' involvement went beyond the usual limits. The program advisory council participated in the design of data collection instruments and the interviewing of clients. The advantages and disadvantages are described.…

Discusses a survey of agricultural program head teachers and advisory committee chairpersons that attempted to define the status of agricultural advisory councils. Recommendations for improvement made by both groups are identified and ranked in order of significance. (CH)

This article presents two examples of how the Educational Teleconference System has been used in Missouri to achieve program objectives in home economics that might not otherwise have been possible. County-based home economists have received subject-matter updates, and food and nutrition specialists have been able to conduct advisory committee…

Presents the constitution and rules of procedure of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Lists members of the Board of Directors and commissions of the association, honorary members, publications, and Commission on Schools. (DMM)

Search committees can learn more about their top candidates by conducting brief, structured, preliminary interviews with them before deciding who to invite to an on-campus interview. These interviews reveal the candidates' abilities to match criteria of the search. (MLW)

Despite the variation in fees, the actual services most superintendent search consultants provide are remarkably similar. Price differences reflect the size of a consultant's network and track record. Recommends matching fee ranges with an appropriate category of consultant and basing selection on a 10-step process of consultant services. (CJH)

Describes the features of the Lexington, Massachusetts, experience with a Guidance Advisory Committee and offers suggestions for successful advisory committees. Discusses need for committees and reviews literature on advisory committees. Concludes when the need, process, structure, and the will for collaborations exist, there is an improved…

Presents an optimistic overview of the current status of environmental education in Australia. Identifies the positive influences of the National Conservation Strategy for Australia (NCSA) document, federal and state level environmental committees, and the Australian Association for Environmental Education on the growth of environmental education.…