The teacher inservice handbook and program described is intended to demonstrate through group exercise how to improve the functioning of a team in an instructional setting. Three main sections are outlined--discovering what the situation is, improving meetings, and improving the quality of relationships. This descriptive report provides additional…

The described learning module is designed for teachers and educators who wish to improve their techniques of inquiry and questioning. The scope and sequencing of topics in this module are described as well as the activities and resources involved in its use. Ordering information is provided, and a critique of the module is included. (JD)

The described inservice teacher education learning module is designed for middle school teachers who are interested in better understanding the relationships of algebraic expressions. The contents of the module are outlined and the activities and resources involved in its use are described. Ordering information for materials is included as well as…

The described inservice teacher education learning module is designed for the use of elementary school teachers who wish to build their skills in using diagnostic assessment techniques to evaluate the instructional needs of exceptional children. The contents of the module are outlined, and activities and resources involved in its use are…

As a description of a module series system that utilizes the subject of consumer education to illustrate five specific teaching methods/strategies/techniques, information concerning the purposes, goals, and objectives of the program, the scope and sequencing of the modules, the material dealt with in the accompanying audiovisual aids, and the…

This paper reports on technical assistance provided to 21 exemplary Title I projects participating in a special dissemination strategy to improve educational services for disadvantaged students. The dissemination strategy is outlined, and descriptions are given of the participating projects. The types of technical assistance and support services,…

The described inservice teacher education course is for elementary school teachers who wish to increase their skill in individual tutoring of children who need remedial help with basic mathematics. Included in this informational report are an outline of the contents of the course, description of activities and resources involved in the course, and…

The described teacher inservice education program is designed for preschool, elementary and secondary school teachers, teacher aides, and parents who are interested in a study of children's developmental patterns. The scope and sequencing of topics in the program are outlined, and the activities and resources involved are described. Ordering…

The inservice teacher education course described is intended for the use of elementary and junior high school teachers, both preservice and inservice, who wish to update teaching of social studies. The contents of the modules are outlined. Activities and resources involved in use of the modules are described, and ordering information is provided.…

The inservice teacher education materials described are for teachers of all levels who wish to be acquainted with specific strategies for teaching value processes in social studies. Included in this informative report are the scope and sequence of module topics, activities and resources involved in use of the materials, ordering information, and a…

This booklet presents descriptions of adult education programs on basic skills in mathematics that have been validated as successful by the National Diffusion Network. These projects have been developed by individual school districts throughout the nation in response to their local needs and are being promoted by the National Diffusion Network…

The report presents detailed descriptions of 12 exemplary secondary vocational education programs for students with special needs. Programs were selected by a panel of experts from 250 nominated projects and programs, of whom 96 completed a lengthy questionnaire. Site visits were made to each of the 12 finalists. Criteria for selection included…

The report presents detailed descriptions of 10 secondary vocational education programs selected as exemplifying creative approaches to serving the needs of students with special needs. Programs were selected by a panel of experts from among 250 nominees, of whom 96 completed a lengthy questionnaire. Site visits were made to each program. Criteria…

This booklet provides a brief review of programs selected by school administrative units in North Carolina that received mini-grants, funded by the Department of Public Instruction Support Services Area and designed to enhance educational programs. These exemplary educational programs were made available through the National Diffusion Network…

An inservice model for school personnel was designed and used in 181 school systems in Kentucky. The model consists of seven time-specific phases and four generic activities that apply to each of the phases. The time phases are: (1) preliminary planning; (2) needs assessment; (3) goal and objective setting; (4) task, activity, and resource…