In this article author introduced a structure of applied reading skills and suggested instructional strategies for development of initial strategies appropriate for learners in middle and upper levels of the elementary school. (Author/RK)

A justification for the offering of intramural sports is offered, and an introduction to methods for establishing such programs at the elementary, junior secondary, and senior secondary school levels is presented. General information on intramural programing at each level includes discussion of questions on commitment, financing, liability,…

This guide is designed to provide new Girl Scout troop leaders with basic information about scouting and about their responsibilities as leaders. Developed by the Girl Scouts Migrant Communities Project, the guide is written in Spanish and English, with every heading, caption, and discussion presented in both languages. Among the topics covered…

THE PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL IS TO PROVIDE A GUIDE FOR ORGANIZING AND OPERATING A 2-YEAR POST-HIGH SCHOOL DISTRIBUTIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS SEEKING A CAREER IN THE FIELD OF WHOLESALING. THE INFORMATION IS BASED ON ACTUAL EXPERIENCE OF SUCH A PROGRAM CONDUCTED ON AN EXPERIMENTAL BASIS ON THE CAMPUS OF THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY FOR 3 YEARS,…

THE PURPOSE OF THIS GUIDE IS TO ASSIST STATE LEADERS AND TEACHERS IN PLANNING AND CONDUCTING FARM MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS WITH EMPHASIS ON FARM BUSINESS ANALYSIS. DEVELOPED BY NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION SPECIALISTS, THE OBJECTIVES OF THIS FARM BUSINESS ANALYSIS PROGRAM INCLUDE--(1) EFFICIENT USE OF FARM RECORDS, (2) USE OF GOOD MANAGEMENT AS A…

THE MANPOWER DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING ACT (MDTA), AS AMENDED, IS DESIGNED TO DEAL WITH THE PROBLEMS OF WORKERS FACING JOB DISPLACEMENT, THE SPECIAL PROBLEMS OF THE HARDCORE UNEMPLOYED, OTHER UNEMPLOYED AND UNDEREMPLOYED, AND THE EMERGENCE OF SKILL SHORTAGE IN CERTAIN OCCUPATIONS. THE ACT IS JOINTLY ADMINISTERED BY THE SECRETARY OF HEALTH,…

A COMMITTEE OF SCHOOL LUNCH SUPERVISORS AND DIRECTORS DEVELOPED THIS GUIDE TO ASSIST SCHOOL LUNCH LEADERS IN PLANNING EFFECTIVE LOCAL TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR FOOD SERVICE EMPLOYEES. THE CONTENTS INCLUDE--(1) PLANNING FOR INSERVICE TRAINING WHICH COVERS WORKERS AND PROGRAM NEEDS, SCHOOL POLICIES AFFECTING PROGRAMS, AVAILABLE RESOURCES, WAYS TO…

This guide contains a recommended, articulated series of instructional aids for grades kindergarten through 12 in family life education. Course content and curriculum materials for all grades are presented. Grouped under the heading of "Community Relations" are: (1) materials on parent education, public information, and community support; (2)…

The document presents guidelines for organizing and operating programs for the mentally gifted and talented in the state of Pennsylvania. Aspects covered include admission criteria; initial identification/referral; individual psychological testing; program organization and scheduling; curriculum and the individualized education program;…

This book lists more than 200 graduate reading programs in the United States and Canada. The programs are arranged alphabetically by states, and the programs within each state are arranged alphabetically by institution. Each listing gives the name and address of the person responsible for the reading program, the degrees offered by the institution…

This guide to creative movement, relevant to all age groups, opens with a discussion of historical and present trends in movement and dance. Chapters treat (a) the body--body awareness, body activities, and relationships; (b) principles of movement--space, force, time, dynamics, and fluency; (c) topics within the sphere of movement, from the world…

This is a report of the planning and development of environmental education programs in North Carolina. Areas discussed are the need for cooperative planning, goals and objectives, and existing programs in scientific and technical training, in public and professional education, and in public agencies. Limitations are noted and specific…

The guide describes the placement service, an extension of the guidance and counseling component, of the Fort Worth high school career education project study. The placement component is a service to ensure placement of all existing students either in a job, postsecondary occupational program, or a baccalaureate program; duties of the placement…

This report describes the procedures necessary to develop a vocational education program to prepare the physically handicapped and culturally disadvantaged for entry level jobs and responsible citizenship. The 2-part model program includes a regular vocational program with supportive services for handicapped and disadvantaged students, and a…

This guide was compiled to provide a central source of pertinent data on drug education, counseling and treatment programs. Information was gathered via questionnaires filled out by each group. The information is listed according to states, and varies from agency to agency. For some, the agency name and a pertinent contact person are recorded. For…