The article explains a vertical, two-year case study of student progress in science classes at the Franklin Learning Center, an alternative high school which offers students a competency-based curriculum, utilizing self-paced, individualized instruction in the classrooms. (NQ)

In this assessment program each entering house staff member interviews and is evaluated by a nonphysician mother who presents the medical history of her child. Remedial instruction is provided for all who do not perform in accordance with established minimum criteria. (Author/LBH)

As more states move to legislate minimal graduation requirements, questions arise about who will set the standards for academic achievement and what effect such legislation will have on students. (JD)

Examines six simplistic beliefs about curriculum and their implications for curriculum development and educational practice. Argues that simplistic notions of curriculum must be challenged, and extensive efforts must be made to develop a comprehensive concept of curriculum. (JG)

The state of the art of student outcome measurement is in flux. (MM)

New accreditation regulations in Texas require competency-based education programs for all districts. All districts must be accredited to receive state aid, which makes up 85 cents of every dollar spent locally. (Author/IRT)

Describes the development and implementation of Pasadena's minimum essentials program in English. (IRT)

Argues that a key question underlying competency-based education concerns what kinds of knowledge and skills are of significant social importance to society, and suggests that society's fundamental interests are in the education of politically and economically competent citizens. (Author/JG)

Using the "Framework for the Development of Competency-Based Curricula for Entry Level Health Educators," the health education faculty at the University of Alabama at Birmingham reviewed and modified their undergraduate health education professional preparation program. Efforts focused on preparation and study, Framework subcompetencies,…

The authors describe a six-step need-based training system for managers. It includes (1) identifying job duties, (2) describing jobs using competency statements, (3) identifying relative skill importance, (4) identifying employee strengths and weaknesses, (5) evaluating employee proficiency, and (6) preparing individual career plans. (CH)

Described are the various steps that were undertaken to develop a relevant physiotherapy curriculum that will meet the needs of South African communities. Competencies to be required and suggested courses are detailed. (RH)

The Vermont State Board of Education is required to approve competencies for each vocational program. This has resulted in a comprehensive, broad-based approach that can readily be adapted by local schools. Instructors' committees draft curriculum that reflects core competencies for entry-level employment in a given occupational area. (JOW)

The Life Centered Career Education (LCCE) approach is discussed and strategies of providing career development experiences at preschool/elementary, middle school/junior high school, senior high and postsecondary/lifelong learning levels. LCCE's competencies are reviewed in terms of daily living, personal-social, and occupational skills. (CL)

If management's motives are clearly aimed at improved performance for individual and organizational growth, and if the process is applied faithfully both in spirit and in action, a measurable return on investment is virtually guaranteed. Therefore, the author calls for an effort that would integrate the performance-evaluation process into an…

The experience at St. Louis University in the development of testing procedures that allow students to receive advanced standing in Practicum I is reported. The procedures assess the students' readiness for Practicum II through an examination of previous social work experience using written, oral, and skill presentations. (Author/LBH)