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Download full textBurczyk, Charlotte, Comp.; Dawson, Cindy, Comp.; Hammer, Patricia Cahape, Comp.; Mays, Janet, Comp.; Moellendick, Joseph, Comp. – 2001
This directory contains brief descriptions and contact information for organizations, agencies, and publications related to rural education. Mindful of the wide variety of issues impacting rural schools and related information needs, the directory includes national associations, research and training centers, health organizations, publishers,…
Descriptors: Extension Education, Federal Programs, Information Sources, Nongovernmental Organizations
Ferrell, Susan – 1990
This ERIC digest examines states' goals of rural literacy programs and the types of programs that have proven effective in the past. It includes several definitions of literacy applied by effective rural literacy programs. It also examines the conditions that support or limit widespread influence of effective programs in rural areas. The level of…
Descriptors: Adult Literacy, Adult Reading Programs, Economic Development, Educational Objectives
Warden, Judy E. – 1986
An effective way to help develop a strong rural educational program is to establish a business partnership between the rural school and the business community. Once a relationship is set up, the advantages for both the schools and business community could prove beneficial to the entire rural community. By cooperating with the rural schools in…
Descriptors: Business Responsibility, Community Benefits, Community Resources, Cooperative Programs
Holub, Jonathan D. – 1996
Rural community colleges have an important role to play in the economic development of their communities and in preparing community members for technological, economic, and societal changes. Community-based programming (CBP) is one tool utilized by colleges to become aware of local problems by collaborating with citizens, leaders, and…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Adult Literacy, Community Colleges, Community Development
Rios, Betty Rose D., Comp. – 1986
Organizations and programs with a major emphasis in rural education and small schools are listed in this directory. The entries--derived from a survey conducted in late 1985 and early 1986--are listed alphabetically by state within national, regional, state, and university categories. A brief description of the activity's function is followed by…
Descriptors: Conferences, Elementary Secondary Education, Females, Foreign Countries
Morris, Lynne Clemmons; Morris, Judson Henry, Jr. – 1981
A strategy to assist in community development can help rural schools in rapidly growing areas meet the changing educational needs of their communities. Such a strategy should include gathering information about anticipated changes in the size and composition of the school population in order to plan for adequate staff and facilities. Planning for…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Community Coordination, Community Development, Community Involvement
