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Schalock, Robert L.; Verdugo, Miguel Angel – Brookes Publishing Company, 2012
Effective, efficient, and sustainable ID/DD organizations: are they possible in today's world of dwindling resources and mounting demands for more and better services? Yes--with the practical tools and strategies in this lifeline for ID/DD leaders. Developed by two of the most trusted authorities in the disability field, this innovative business…
Descriptors: Evidence, Total Quality Management, Leadership, Decision Making
Pinkham, Richard C.
Attempts to develop an appreciation of the first-line supervisor's job and his responsibilities to management, to his worker-subordinates, to his peers, and to himself are presented. In particular this document studies the making of decisions, and discusses do's and dont's of face-to-face problem-solving with a subordinate. A movie film brings out…
Descriptors: Decision Making, Leaders Guides, Problem Solving, Supervision
Moore, Allen B.; Feldt, James A. – 1993
This book is designed to provide practical guidance to persons acting as facilitators of community and decision-making groups. Examples, scenarios, real situations, and (where appropriate) research results are incorporated to illustrate all major points. In the introductory section, facilitation is discussed in a problem-solving and…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Community Organizations, Cooperation, Decision Making
Shetty, Y. K. – Consulting Engineer, 1974
Group decision making has three basic goals: to develop the best solution to the problem; to gain wide acceptance for the solution; and to achieve an agreeable solution in the shortest time possible. In order to be successful, group decision making requires a highly skilled conference leader. (Author/WM)
Descriptors: Administrator Guides, Conferences, Decision Making, Group Dynamics
Bacon, Mary Montle – 1983
This monograph's purpose is to provide a basis for team development for quality circle groups involved in problem-solving and decision-making. Training group members in team building is a crucial factor for success in quality circles. The following are important needs for group members: a sense of belonging, a commitment to group goals, a sense of…
Descriptors: Decision Making, Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Group Behavior
New York State Education Department, 2006
Many students with disabilities require testing accommodations in order to participate in testing programs on an equal basis with their nondisabled peers. Such accommodations provide students with the ability to demonstrate mastery of skills and attainment of knowledge without being limited or unfairly restricted due to the effects of a…
Descriptors: Testing Accommodations, Testing Programs, Educational Policy, Academic Accommodations (Disabilities)
English, Fenwick W.; And Others – 1992
This guidebook presents practical, everyday applications of effective school leadership principles. Chapter 1 describes the roles and responsibilities of school leaders today. Chapter 2 presents a litmus test of school leadership, which is described in terms of vertical and hierarchical models. Problem-solving techniques are presented. The role of…
Descriptors: Administrator Effectiveness, Administrator Role, Decision Making, Elementary Secondary Education
Cockrell, David, Ed. – 1991
To help with the teaching of wilderness expeditionary leadership, this book contains knowledge regarded as essential for Wilderness Education Association (WEA) instructors. WEA courses are educational expeditions of 28-35 days designed to teach outdoor leadership in wilderness environments. Chapters focus on the "whys" behind fundamental…
Descriptors: Camping, Decision Making, Group Dynamics, Leaders Guides
Gault, George H. – 1982
Part of the Small Town Strategy series, this publication presents some of the more common techniques for identifying problems and setting objectives. A problem-solving process which can be used in many different situtations is presented. The process includes the following sequence: problem statement, goal statement; objectives, strategies,…
Descriptors: Change Strategies, Community Action, Community Development, Convergent Thinking
Owen, Jane C. – Rowman & Littlefield Education, 2006
Today, administrators must assume a different mindset if public schools are to remain viable and functional. Changing populations resulting in heterogeneous communities, the diversity of community values, and the finite resources available to meet the infinite desires of a demanding constituency have created the necessity for political acumen on…
Descriptors: Political Issues, Educational Environment, Politics of Education, Case Studies
Wandschneider, Philip; And Others – 1982
Intended for local municipal officials and their advisors on public finance issues, this publication describes the legal environment surrounding bonds and examines some of the factors affecting the political feasibility of bond issues. Four categories of state controls of municipal bonds are discussed: limits on the amount of debt municipalities…
Descriptors: Bond Issues, Community Attitudes, Community Development, Decision Making
Romero, J. Christian; And Others – 1977
Primary purpose of the program, "Aztlan en Kansas: Asistencia Tecnologica", is to provide technical assistance to Mexican Americans in Kansas in developing leadership skills which could then be applied for the improvement of the whole community. The program utilized a Laubach model in that as a workshop was conducted, community leaders…
Descriptors: Community Education, Community Leaders, Decision Making, Leaders Guides
Florea, Bruce – 1979
Extension community resource development (CRD) is primarily public affairs education at the local level, dealing with local issues. Two methods of public policy education are the advocacy model which picks two people with opposing views on a subject and lets them debate the issue, and the public policy education process which provides all relevant…
Descriptors: Advocacy, Community Development, Coping, Decision Making
Druian, Greg – 1978
This booklet addresses persons who would like information about leadership of community groups. It is meant to be read both by current community group leaders and by persons who aspire to be leaders. Roles and functions of community group leadership are presented, along with suggestions about how to carry out the leadership role in ways that…
Descriptors: Community Involvement, Community Leaders, Community Organizations, Decision Making
Wickens, David – 1980
"Games" is a decision-making process for groups to use in analyzing the educational needs of a school. During three group sessions, a moderator leads the participants through a series of activities in which they identify: 1) concerns about the educational program, 2) needs for program improvement, 3) resources that are being used in relation to…
Descriptors: Cooperative Planning, Decision Making, Elementary Secondary Education, Group Discussion