The objective of Phase III was to determine, via an experimental study, whether the Roving Recreation Leader Training Guide (RRLTG), as developed by the University of Illinois' Office of Recreation and Park Resources, was an effective tool for training and educating Roving Leaders. The subjects in this study, conducted in New York City, were the…

Presented is the media resource listing of 22 slide tapes, 13 video tapes, and 14 films available for rental or purchase from the Meyer Children's Rehabilitation Institute in Nebraska. Provided for each listing is title, purchase price, intended audience, time, date, and an annotation. Most media materials are intended for students, professionals,…

The field-oriented, competency utilization system (FOCUS) training program attempts to specify a theoretical framework to practice utilizing a verified pool of competency statements and the assessment component of the Georgia Principal Assessment System. This paper depicts the developmental process that went into building the FOCUS instructional…

The Muskegon Developmental Center is a residential facility that houses mentally retarded persons. At the center video tape recordings are being used to do simple motor training, language therapy, and to collect data on the residents. (JY)

A survey of colleges and universities reports on current faculty development programs in higher education and how they are dealing with issues such as funding, organization, voluntarism, and programs to encourage faculty improvement. (JMF)

In-service training of custodial service employees must be designed so that instruction is clear, concise, and easily understood. The program should include films, discussion groups, demonstrations, and actual participation in hands-on learning situations. (Author)

This program, developed by the Nalco Chemical Company, helps with energy conservation in industrial plants. The program takes four to six weeks to complete. The training sessions last for about two hours. (BB)

Illustrates and describes a model for the development of individuals in a science department. Proposes the need for supplementary courses, meetings, and memberships in professional organizations. (MA)

Summarizes results of a study to evaluate the effectiveness of the training programs and courses offered by Staff Development Services, Civil Service Commission of Ontario (Canada). Questionnaires completed by participants and their supervisors indicated that the courses are effective in all areas evaluated. (MF)

A course in reading, evaluating, and using educational research taught to inservice mathematics teachers in the Emory University Master of Arts in Teaching program is described. (MN)

Describes a one quarter hour graduate continuing education course for high school chemistry teachers. (SL)

Describes an 8-week, inservice, college-level course for paraprofessional social workers employed in day care centers. Bi-weekly classes, supplemented by on-site observation and consultation, covered child development, attitudes, systems, resources, roles and practice skills. Opportunities were also provided to test roles and techniques on the…

An attempt is made to define mathematics education and to suggest courses for an M.Sc. degree for teachers based on this definition. (JLH)

Competence with preservice and inservice educational programs. (DAG)

Reports the conclusions of a study which tested student understanding of economics taught by teachers involved in in-service education programs. Results showed that a program in which the teachers discussed curricular materials was more effective than conventional instruction. (Author/JR)