THIS REPORT REPRESENTS A GENERALIZED ANALYSIS OF FACTORS RELATED TO PLANNING AND BUILDING STATE SCHOOLS. THE FIRST SURVEY PHASE IS USED FOR DETERMINATION OF EDUCATIONAL NEEDS AND PROGRAMS. THE RELATIONSHIPS OF THE SCHOOL BOARD TO THE ARCHITECT AS WELL AS PUBLIC SUPPORT AND FINANCE CRITERIA ARE EXPLAINED IN THIS CHAPTER. SITE SELECTION AND…

DIRECTED TOWARD THE SCHOOL PUBLICATIONS ADVISOR NEW TO THE FIELD AND THE TEACHER UNACQUAINTED WITH NEWSPAPER PROCEDURES OR AIMS, THIS HANDBOOK COVERS BOTH NEWSPAPER TECHNIQUES AND OBJECTIVES. ITS THESIS IS THAT AN ACCURATE PICTURE OF THE DAY-TO-DAY WORK OF THE SCHOOLS CAN BE OBTAINED ONLY THROUGH THE INTELLIGENT USE, BY ALL TEACHERS AND ALL…

TRAINING MATERIALS, DEVELOPED FOR THE 1967 SUMMER INSTITUTES FOR ADMINISTRATORS OF ADULT BASIC EDUCATION PROGRAMS, ARE PRESENTED IN TWO PARTS--(1) CASE STUDIES DEVELOPED AROUND EVENTS COMMONLY OCCURRING IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF ADULT BASIC EDUCATION PROGRAMS, AND (2) PROGRAM GUIDELINES MEANT TO SUGGEST APPROACHES TO HANDLING SPECIFIC SITUATIONS.…

This document presents guidelines for use by museum staff members as they evaluate their institutional capabilities and programs. Guidelines are based on a new evaluation perspective--naturalistic evaluation--which can help museum staff assess their programs in a more interpretative, less judgmental way. Naturalistic evaluation is characterized by…

This guide is intended to help administrators at schools having vocational education programs assess their occupational safety and health needs and establish a program to ensure a safer and more healthful work environment. It consists of three sections: (1) administrative guidelines, (2) technical-regulatory guidelines, and (3) a self-evaluation…

This handbook establishes procedures and requirements as prescribed by the state department of education and the state building commission for all relocatable-type classroom units in the state of Alabama. It is intended for the use of all superintendents of education, architects, and engineers. (Author/MLF)

One of 33 self-paced industry services leadership development (ISLD) modules, this module contains three sequential learning activities on collecting basic production and training information relative to the industry for which training services will be provided. (The industry services program for which these materials were developed would involve…

This Personalized Activity Kit presents a new dimension to staff evaluation. Staff appraisal becomes a procedure that promotes the human and professional growth of staff members. An alternative approach to implementing management by objectives in a large school system is also suggested. Finally, there is a summary of the management role, with…

A pilot study was conducted of a model needs assessment procedure developed in response to new FCC regulations requiring noncommercial broadcasters to ascertain the needs, problems, and interests of their communities. The needs assessment procedure, conducted largely by volunteers, was implemented in three stages: (1) a telephone survey of the…

Designed for paint and allied trade workers, this manual/reference guide contains information and guidelines for (1) workers in general occupational health hazards, (2) hazards particular to each trade group, (3) control of occupational hazards, (4) worker rights and responsibilities, (5) how to call in outside help, and (6) Occupational Safety…

A study was conducted to determine how a representative sample of Iowa elementary school teachers viewed a number of research-supported and nonsupported teaching procedures in spelling. In addition, the study was designed to ascertain the degree to which this representative sample of teachers was utilizing or not utilizing selected…

This revised edition includes new material recommended by a panel of experts in the field of recreational planning. The following topics are covered: (1) the planning process; (2) indoor facilities; (3) outdoor facilities; (4) indoor and outdoor swimming pools; (5) encapsulated spaces and stadiums; (6) service areas; (7) recreation and park…

Implementation of the Proficiency Testing Program, adopted by the Idaho State Board of Education, is explained in the districts coordinator's manual. The tests are described as administered on a district optional basis to ninth grade students in the basic skills areas of reading, writing, spelling, and mathematics. Criterion referenced tests are…

This is a two-component evaluation model designed to improve occupational education programs and improve the process through which they are evaluated. The conceptual component presents a theoretical overview of the evaluation scheme, explains how the procedures of evaluation fit into the planning process, and outlines a framework for implementing…

In a practical guide to program evaluation, many issues still facing this rapidly expanding profession are discussed. Strategies are suggested for overcoming difficulties and establishing a systematic and effective approach to the profession. The most appropriate methods for the different purposes of evaluation are pointed out, and procedures are…