Program objectives for 1973 for library services in Florida under the Library Services and Construction Act are delineated with a rationale and criteria for some of the programs. Tasks to accomplish these objectives are followed by beginning and termination dates for each task. Some programs included in the revision are the State library agency…

The annual report describes and discusses humanities programs which support the parallel development of research, scholarships and institutions with a broader public education program. Programs described in this report represent the Endowment's efforts to bring the disciplines of the humanities to bear on problems of national concern. Following an…

The Florida 1973 annual report of programs under Title I and Title III of the Library Services and Construction Act gives an overview of expenditures and programs, followed by information on the specific projects including the objectives, accomplishments and failures, special problems or observations about the project and effectiveness of the…

This followup report, to the First Annual Report of the National Advisory Council on Vocational Education, recommends fundamental policy changes for the federal government in its approach to funding, the role and organization of the U.S. Office of Education, and present and proposed manpower policies and legislation. (GR)

Reported are the results of the 1975 survey of federal and industrial spending for research and development (R&D) activities. Data are presented for comparison with 1974 data. Major findings include: R&D spending rose 5%, to $23.5 billion; Federal funds to R&D rose 5%, to $8.8 billion; industry funds to R&D rose 5%, to $14.8…

The 2017 edition of the "Digest of Education Statistics" is the 53rd in a series of publications initiated in 1962. The "Digest" has been issued annually except for combined editions for the years 1977-78, 1983-84, and 1985-86. Its primary purpose is to provide a compilation of statistical information covering the broad field…

This document is the third annual report of the President's Board of Advisors on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), appointed by George W. Bush under Presidential Executive Order 13256. The report for fiscal years 2004-2005 details the performance of the 32 designated federal agencies and departments during 2004-2005, and…

This annual report discusses the status of programs created to broaden the uses of the humanities by the American public. Included in the discussion is an experimental program on a statewide basis for informal adult education in the humanities and The Jefferson Lecture in the Humanities, a national series which will bring humanistic learning…

This report summarizes federal research and development (R&D) funding estimates for 1976 and the requested funding for 1977. R&D obligations are expected to rise to $21.6 billion in 1976, 5.7% of the total budget; $23.5 billion is requested for 1977, 6.0% of the total budget. Tabulated data presents funding obligations by agency, character…

These two reports discuss federal legislation and regulations that affect libraries and the publishing industry. Topics include funding for federal library and related programs; ESEA (Elementary and Secondary Education Act) reauthorization; E-rate; the USA Patriot Act and other actions after the September terrorist attacks; intellectual property;…

For more than 40 years, Job Corps has led America as one of the most successful job training programs nationwide, meeting the needs of high school graduates and those without a diploma who have the desire to embark on a successful career path. In Program Year 2005, Job Corps implemented a new initiative called STARS (Speakers, Tutors, Achievement,…

This report presents data compiled as part of a comprehensive program to measure and analyze the nation's resources expended for research and development (R&D). R&D spending in the United States is expected to reach $51 billion in 1979, 9% over the 1978 level. The R&D expenditures are expected to account for 2.2% of the gross national…

This report presents data compiled as part of a comprehensive program to measure and analyze the nation's resources expended for research and development. R&D spending in the United States is expected to reach $38.1 billion in 1976, 8 percent above the 1975 level. For the first time in three years, R&D funds are expected to increase in…

Presented is the annual report of Federal aid to State and local educational programs for handicapped children during the 1968-69 school year. Program activities of Title VI-A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, and Public Law 89-313, an amendment to Title I of ESEA, are reviewed jointly. Included is statistical information related to…

This publication, the fifth annual report of the Division of Federal Assistance of the Ohio Department of Education, summarizes the work of the Division during fiscal 1970. In addition to presenting statistical, fiscal, and graphic data, the report is designed to help educators and other interested persons understand Titles I, II, and V of the…