Clarifies and stimulates interest in the concept of the human systems approach; presents a theoretical framework that incorporates systems and subsystems in industrial arts; and suggests an activity for teachers to implement an idea that was stimulated by the theoretical framework and a need in industry. (CT)

Identifies behaviors that should be taught in the classroom to help the student adjust to the work world. They include poise in accepting criticisms and suggestions, concern for quality, and familiarity with the systems concept of office operations. (CT)

The evaluation of educational programs in higher education needs a better theoretical base than it has had. Proposals as to what that base should encompass are discussed and an approach that involves a more adequate conceptual and procedural model is explored. Focus is on a systems viewpoint. (JMD)

The impact of the accountability movement is examined in terms of the defensiveness which such programs have caused among educators and its emphasis on what schools cannot do rather than what they can do. (JMF)

Describes the systematic approach used by the training department of the Canada Trust Company to develop a training program for operators of the new terminals for the online banking system to which the bank was converting, the Canadian On-Line Financial Information System (COFIS). (JD)

Describes the National System of Distance Training (SINCAD) which is a long-term effort at a systems approach application of educational technology in Chile. The history, system of course design, and work that has been done are discussed within the context of the role of vocational training in Latin America. (CHC)

The development of anasynthesis--the process of analysis, synthesis, modeling, and simulation--as applied to decision making and problem solving in education and training is explored, and its future with regard to education is discussed. (RAO)

This paper presents a model which integrates a wide range of possible interventions using family treatment, and provides a method of differential decision making with regard to the intervention to be used in a given case. This model uses an ecological perspective. (Author)

Families are compared to work organizations from a systems perspective, establishing parallels in needs for change and growth. The theoretical underpinnings of Organization Development (OD) are discussed in light of their use in conceptualizing family therapy. From this viewpoint, the consultant role, systems diagnosis and OD interventions are…

Discusses the development of a minicourse approach in which three aspects of design and implementation are based on educational technology: a systems approach to curriculum development, application of behavioral theory, and stimulus response chains which are organized as linear sequences of input-process-output cycles linked by feedback loops.…

In Nigeria, the junior secondary business studies curriculum was formed by collocation of five courses. Rather than integrated, the curriculum is coordinated, allowing interaction of complementary subjects that retain their individual identity. A systems approach would enable development of a more integrated curriculum. (SK)

Hestian home economics focuses on the private systems of love, care, and connection in households and families. Teaching approaches within a Hestian framework include attending to classroom social relations and physical structures, and using oral history, service learning, and critical reflection. (SK)

Suggests that counselors should devote more attention to work adjustment problems. Proposes systems model for counselors to use in conceptualizing the development of work adjustment and work adjustment problems and in formulating strategies of intervention to address these problems. (Author)

Reviews literature concerning need for and use of strategic planning in higher education institutions, and examines the systems approach as a means of enhancing strategic planning. Compares planning models and outlines a model designed for colleges and universities that uses concepts of the systems approach, combines elements of existing models,…

Public confidence in the schools and educators can be restored through the thoughtful, appropriate application of systems thinking. This process requires the destruction of traditional power structures to create vehicles for truly continuous improvement that empowers all stakeholders to create appropriate learning systems. Change happens when…