Counterplans have become commonplace in intercollegiate debate, yet misconceptions abound. This article attempts to integrate thinking about counterplans with general debate theory. It reexamines the issue of topicality and sketches the basis for comparison of affirmative proposals with negative counterplans in the areas of presumption, inherency,…

A typology of the terms used in school system planning and evaluation is intended to eliminate inconsistent terminology. (MLF)

The use of evaluations for policy and program development and change is critically reviewed. Existing conceptions of utilization are discussed and improvements in the methods of detecting use are suggested. Five clusters of variables affecting utilization are described and hypotheses about the reasons for their effects are outlined. (Author/AL)

There is a gap, it is suggested, separating the generally cultured person, not just from the scientist, but from specialists in many fields. Dictionary definitions are seen as one means of seeing the extent to which specialists and those in the general culture speak the same language. (MLW)

An exploration of the concept and the process of programs for gifted students. (Author/MLF)

Discusses the notions of "word,""term," and "expression," and various semantic relationships with which the technical translator must deal. (AM)

Explores the various meanings of the English nominal suffix "-ist" and their interaction with the concepts represented by the words to which the suffix is appended. Analyzes the meaning of specific words throught their semantic components, in order to discover the most suitable choice for a given context. (MES)

Examines (1) the definition of permanency planning for children involved in the foster care system, (2) the effects of permanency planning on agency practices, and (3) the implications of permanency planning for service delivery. (Author/RH)

Overviews the development of social responses to the problems of child abuse and neglect. Focuses on history, social values and attitudes, public awareness and policy, laws, and the evolution of social services. (Author/RH)

The author posits a conceptual approach to lifelong education that would provide a meaningful and productive framework for practical educational planning. Such an approach would enable the educational system to break from the confines of the education v training dichotomy. (SK)

Defines professional development and discusses its two modes: (1) formal activities (instructional programs, continuing education classes, internships and fellowships, conferences, seminars, and workshops) and (2) informal activities (reading, watching television, listening to radio, and interaction with friends and peers). (CT)

Defining the terms middle school and curriculum, the author then gives suggestions for planning the agricultural education curriculum for middle schools. Important responsibilities of the vocational agriculture teacher are discussed. (SK)

Multicultural education and intercultural communication are compared and contrasted with regard to definition, principles, practices, similarities, and differences. (JMF)

Presents the author's observations on the growth of continuing education, problems of definition, the identification of its constituency, and the status of continuing education programs in the academic world. (SK)

Sound approaches to needs assessment can assist practitioners in using resources effectively to improve program decision making. An analysis of uses of the term needs assessment provides the basis for discussing purposes and strategies. Following a critique of major approaches, practical suggestions are offered for conducting needs assessment…