Prompted by embarrassment and frustration in dealing with American Indian prisoners, San Quentin officials decided in the early 60's to secure outside help. Under guidance by an outside sponsor, a visitation program was established which, in turn, led to organization of the American Indian Cultural Group (AICG). Motivated by pride and…

The report presents a strategy developed by an outside research group for the manpower administration which would: (1) identify and organize the questions facing the U.S. Employment Service (ES), (2) set priorities among the questions, and (3) outline alternative approaches for answering the questions. The study was undertaken in order to clarify…

The manual describes the vocational rehabilitation program and services for handicapped individuals that are provided by Goodwill Industries of North Central Pennsylvania, Inc., which services an eight-county outreach area. An introductory section provides general background information regarding program objectives, philosophy, and organizational…

This is a revised textbook for use in the Air Force ROTC training program. The main theme of the book is concerned with the kinds of civil aviation facilities and many intricacies involved in their use. The first chapter traces the development of civil aviation and the formation of organizations to control aviation systems. The second chapter…

In order to determine the policies and procedures for developing American Indian students' financial aid packages, records and officials were surveyed from the Office of Education (OE), the Bureau of Indian Affairs' (BIA) Indian Education Resources Center, 4 Department of Health, Education, and Welfare regional offices; 6 BIA area offices, 5 State…

A case study approach is used to extensively examine the process by which the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has regulated cable television. A chronological accounting of cable regulation suggests the constraints under which regulation has taken place. An examination of extra-agency groups which constrain the commission's regulatory…

In the past year the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has instituted new programs and initiatives designed to improve the exchange of information between the Commission and the research and academic community. An Office of Plans and Policy has been formed. As a result of the Future Planning Conference held last year, a research project is…

Eight to twelve year old children are at an ideal age in terms of influencing moral development because of the cognitive and social changes they go through at this stage. Their interest in group activities makes team sports attractive. It is important to determine whether competition in athletic programs detracts from moral behavior. If it does,…

This paper examines the effect of a federal agency's image on its creation, initial operation, and continuing activity. Focusing their attention on the National Institute of Education (NIE), the authors examine the origins of NIE's initial image, the utility of that image in securing congressional approval for its creation, and the relationship of…

This revised pamphlet was developed by a national association of credit unions for the purpose of directing consumer complaints to appropriate agencies or heads of agencies for action. Suggestions to aid the consumer are included, such as trying to solve problems at the local level before complaining to top officials. Addresses and phone numbers…

This paper suggests ways in which a day care director can construct a relevant training program for day care staff members. The training program is discussed under four main sections: (1) Ground Rules for Developing a Training Program, (2) The Interest Area Survey, (3) Short Range Planning, and (4) Long Range Planning. Central to this training…

Libraries and information centers are rapidly becoming an integral part of American Indian life. Individuals, organizations, and tribes have come to the decision that libraries and the information services which they offer are necessary to meet Indian goals. Eleven guides have been developed to provide initial direction and provide alternatives to…

The decision-making process of the Alaskan Eskimo is examined, particularly with reference to educational administration in the school systems. It is reported that the effect of outside influence in making decisions has predominated since about 1867 and that, even at the present time, only superficial decisions are made at a local level. According…

The Third Annual Conference of United States Universities for Rural Development in India (CUSURDI) was attended by representatives of American and Indian universities cooperating with Indian and American governmental agencies for rural and agricultural development in India. The table of contents lists 21 entries, which include such topics as (1)…

Numerous innovative educational techniques and programs for children in a rural setting are presented, along with a suggested strategy for change in rural schools. Chapter 1 defines the role of rural education within the perspective of the prime goal of education in America: to provide equal opportunities for all to share in America's wealth.…