This agenda document begins with the mission statement for the National Center for Research in Vocational Education (NCRVE), a statement which briefly discusses the four objectives around which the research and service agendas of NCRVE have been organized. Part 1 of the document, contains descriptions of research projects that will be conducted. They are categorized into the six issue areas into which NCRVE's research agenda is divided. The areas are: (1) context, goals, planning, and evaluation; (2) curriculum and instructional methods; (3) vocational education for special populations; (4) the development of personnel in vocational education; (5) the delivery system of vocational education and training; and (6) governance and policy. Each description provides the title, project directors, keywords, and summary, including projected products. Part 2 discusses the service functions for vocational educators and policymakers mandated by the Carl D. Perkins Vocational Education Act. It contains descriptions of eight service activities that will be undertaken. Descriptions provide title, project directors, keywords, and summary. An index to keywords is appended. (YLB)