Descriptor
Source
| Educational Researcher | 1 |
Author
| Mason, Ward S. | 7 |
| Hjelm, Howard F. | 1 |
| Nelson, Carnot E. | 1 |
Publication Type
| Historical Materials | 1 |
| Opinion Papers | 1 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 1 |
| Speeches/Meeting Papers | 1 |
Education Level
Audience
| Policymakers | 2 |
Location
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Assessments and Surveys
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
Download full textMason, Ward S.; Hjelm, Howard F. – 1965
The Research and Development Center Program of the U. S. Office of Education is described in this document. The program objectives and criteria used in evaluating proposals for the establishment of research and development centers are indicated. Four research and development centers are discussed in relation to their common characteristics and…
Descriptors: Educational Development, Educational Objectives, Program Content, Program Descriptions
Mason, Ward S. – 1979
Purposes and functions of regional research and development (R&D) services sponsored by the National Institute of Education (NIE) are described, based on a task force's assessment of R&D services provided by regional laboratories. The historical context of the following questions are addressed: whether the conduct of R&D constitutes a…
Descriptors: Agency Role, Coordination, Educational Development, Educational Research
Peer reviewedMason, Ward S.; Nelson, Carnot E. – Educational Researcher, 1978
Focusing on the functions of knowledge, production and utilization (KPU), this article examines educational research and development funding in different federal agencies. Policy concerns which should guide funding decisions are discussed. (GC)
Descriptors: Agencies, Educational Research, Federal Aid, Financial Policy
Mason, Ward S. – 1972
This critique lists a number of positive features of the Rite of Passage Review and dwells at somewhat more length on its problems and difficulties. The remarks are organized around several key features of the design which were taken to operationalize the process: 1) Specialist Panel Personnel; 2) Size of Panels; 3) Orientation of Panel Members…
Descriptors: Decision Making, Evaluation Methods, Performance Criteria, Performance Specifications
Mason, Ward S. – 1972
This paper highlights some of the issues concerning the transfer of Research and Development (R&D) Centers from the Office of Education to the National Institute of Education (NIE). The problems of transition to the new policy and organization are discussed with regard to program objectives and management and problems associated with…
Descriptors: Administrative Agencies, Administrative Problems, Agency Role, Educational Administration
Mason, Ward S. – 1988
This study describes the nine regional educational laboratories supported by the Office of Educational Research and Improvement (OERI). The labs are operating under 5-year contracts for 1986-1990. The study analyzed lab-produced documents, describing lab operation for the first 2 years of this period, highlighting the status of the program at the…
Descriptors: Educational Cooperation, Elementary Secondary Education, Governance, Institutional Mission
Mason, Ward S. – 1983
Background information is presented on the history and operation of educational research and development (R&D) centers supported by the National Institute of Education (NIE). The objective is to provide information for the four study groups that are assisting NIE in identifying missions for center competition. In addition, some lessons that…
Descriptors: Accountability, Agency Role, Bids, Competitive Selection
