Educational researchers often utilize analysis of covariance type techniques to assess the effects of innovative programs implemented in naturalistic settings. This paper delineates and describes analysis and reporting considerations for the application of analysis of covariance type techniques in public school settings, based primarily on a…

As an introduction, this paper presents a statement of the objectives of the university computing center (UCC) from the viewpoint of the university, the government, the typical user, and the UCC itself. The operating and financial structure of a UCC are described. Three main types of budgeting schemes are discussed: time allocation, pseudo-dollar,…

The purpose of this study was to determine if there were any systematic differences in intellective factors between graduates and non-graduates in the associate degree programs that may be useful for improving the selection process. Ten predictor and eight criterion variables were measured for all associate degree freshman classes at the college…

The questionnaire reproduced here reflects the criteria used in the selection of a school for participation in the Individually Prescribed Instruction (IPI) Math program. Administrative commitment, teacher commitment, willingness to retrain, and willingness to participate in research are surveyed, as well as the past history of the school in terms…

This paper presents a model for the identification and validation of competencies, designed as an all-inclusive framework, which may be adapted for specific situations. The criteria for including data in the validation process are as follows: (a) if the data are to be employed in making decisions about individuals or groups, all available evidence…

This document is a manual that presents the supporting concepts and developmental procedures for implementing proficiency testing programs in physical education. The term "proficiency test" is defined as a test administered to a student upon his request to determine whether he meets a predetermined standard of performance and knowledge…

Three major sets of factors are involved in the evaluation of classification systems: evaluation of the system according to purpose, according to design, and according to functional operation. Part A of this paper is concerned with the basic detail needs for evaluation of purpose. Eight different kinds of classification systems for the subject,…

The concept "performance-based teacher education" connotes a program designed specifically to provide the prospective teacher with learning experiences that will prepare him to assume a specified teaching role. Successful completion of the program is accomplished only when the teacher candidate provides evidence that he possesses specified…

This annotated bibliography contains 120 citations of journal articles, most of them published in 1970 and 1971, which deal with various aspects of educational accountability. (MBM)

This paper, fifth in a series produced by the Science and Mathematics Education Information Analysis Center, is based on an address given at the 44th Annual Meeting of the National Association for Research in Science Teaching by an Assistant Superintendent of the Cleveland Public Schools. Curriculum developers have tended to view curriculum as…

After commenting on the increasing interest being shown in educational accountability, the speaker focuses on two questions--with the varied opinions about accountability, is it possible to establish an acceptable meaning of the term, and what are the steps in the process for implementing a model for accountability? Accountability is defined as a…

This paper establishes and explains a series of propositions related to the installation of an evaluation system in an educational setting. The propositions are drawn from the problems identified by the Phi Delta Kappa National Study Committee on Evaluation. The paper treats five key problems and selected strategies for their recognition and…

These guidelines provide a basis for the evaluation of faculty scholarly, creative activity and research resulting in publication within the film, radio, television, and other recording media. The following criteria are outlined: (1) significance, (2) authorship, (3) production, (4) distribution, (5) public response and critical reviews, and (6)…

A discussion of the need for school systems to develop uniform methods of selection and evaluation of new materials available for classroom use, the majority of which have not yet been field tested for quality and effectiveness. (Author)

Recommends criteria for determining adequate sample size for the use of Mean Length of Utterance (MLU) as an indicator of early language development. (BD)