The results of a 3-year project that developed a practical program for the wide-scale implementation of behavior modification in urban schools are presented in this paper. The major outcomes of the project were (a) a practical, cost-effective behavior modification program that reduces discipline problems, increases student motivation, and…

This document presents an analysis of the total costs for operation of degree programs during 1972-73. The direct instructional costs for all courses provided by the Basic Science departments and the Schools of Allied Health, Medicine, and Dentistry are determined through standard-format budget review, faculty interview, workload study, and effort…

The objective of this study was to determine the cost of implementing 27 career education instructional packages in 77 Mesa (Ariz.) public school classrooms, grade K-6. Costs were part of the regularly budgeted classroom, instructional, and related costs rather than new ones. Costs for implementing federal units were $.008 and for state units were…

In recognition of the increasing concern for the expenditure of tax dollars and the resulting need for accountability in budgeting, this study provides a model for program budgeting at the collegiate level in industrial education. Course outlines for drafting and woodworking at the University of Northern Colorado were analyzed and activities were…

Current evaluation activities in the New Jersey school system are surveyed, and recommendations for future evaluation efforts are made. The current activities and future developments of school (or school district), statewide, and project (or program) evaluation are discussed individually. The following program objectives are suggested: to raise…

This document illustrates one approach to the preparation of an instructional program budget and how it might be used to enhance the allocation of scarce resources in higher education. The ideas presented here are intended only as an introduction and will provide the reader with a brief overview of program budgeting as the term is currently used…

The purpose of this study was to assess vocational education as it exists within correctional institutions and to provide information useful in planning and developing needed educational programs. To collect the necessary data, a questionnaire was distributed to those correctional institutions housing over 100 male inmates and all institutes…

THE STUDY WAS MADE TO ASSESS THE ECONOMIC VALUE OF THE VOCATIONAL-TECHNICAL SCHOOL AS AN AREA RESOURCE. A FRAMEWORK FOR ANALYSIS WAS SET UP WHICH TREATED VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AS AN INVESTMENT WHICH COMPETES FOR COMMUNITY FUNDS. DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS WERE MADE OF SUCH INFLUENTIAL FACTORS AS (1) KINDS OF COSTS AND BENEFITS WHICH ACCOMPANY ANY LOCAL…

Two types of reports containing program cost information that can meet a variety of administrative needs are available--descriptive and comparative. The descriptive reports show program cost and Florida Education Finance Program (FEFP) revenue information. The comparative reports show program costs as percentages of revenues, as percentages of…

A model is outlined that generates program costs and indicates the relative contribution of the various dimensions of a program to costs. The model says that there is no direct relationship between costs and learning, but that program (and school) parameters intervene. Some of these parameters have costs associated with them, but these are not…

This interim evaluation report presents an overview of Dade County (Florida) systems programs--instructional assessment and management structures which provide for the acquisition of reading and mathematics skills by individual students. A survey of the programs reveals that, as of 1974, 1660 installations had accommodated approximately 50,000…

Thirteen ideas from the NACUBO-U.S. Steel Foundation "Cost Reduction Incentive Awards" of the past three years are presented. Among them are: Rochester Institute of Technology's employee assistance plan (counseling for drug or alcohol abuse or family or financial problems); and Duke's Consolidation of duplicating services. (Author/LBH)

Using computerized mailing labels is an innovative method for counselors to obtain career information at low cost. (Author)

Presents a model for assessing the cost consequences of implementing a faculty-directed individualized study program for undergraduates within any regular academic department of a traditional college or university. (JG)

The value of a school garden as a learning laboratory is discussed and guidelines for developing a successful planting program were explained. (Author/RK)