A multiple-probe design across behaviors assessed the effectiveness of a simultaneous prompting procedure in teaching expressive identification of photos of community signs to two elementary students with moderate intellectual disabilities in a small group instructional arrangement. The procedure was effective in teaching both students the…

This paper discusses guidelines for devising a hierarchy when fading response prompts in training individuals with developmental disabilities. Existing guidelines are seen as poorly defined, inconsistent, and lacking both theoretical and experimental support. An alternative theoretical account is proposed which suggests that prompts in a hierarchy…

The concept of savant syndrome, encompassing those individuals historically known as "idiot savants," is reviewed. Case studies demonstrating special abilities in the areas of calendar calculating, musical ability, artistic talent, memorization, mathematical skills, mechanical achievement, and fine sensory discrimination are discussed, as well as…

Three students (ages 12 and 13) with developmental disabilities and severe behavior disorders were taught independent purchasing skills. To bypass the need for money computation skills, discrimination between three stimulus classes of frequent purchases (vending machine snack, convenience store snack, lunch) were trained. Two students mastered the…

In 1978, 1983, and 1988, the publications of library and information science faculty were counted, categorized by content, and analyzed by rank and sex, per capita publication rates, and proportion of library science and information science literature. Findings show gains in productivity, higher rates by men, and integration of the sciences.…

Reports on indicators of effectiveness of schools of library and information studies derived from surveying and profiling four American Library Association (ALA) constituent groups: ALA's Committee on Accreditation, senior academic administrators, alumni and alumnae, and employers. The methodology and results are discussed, and a table of…

As urbanization increases, the potential for conflict between urban and agricultural interests grows. A case study of a conflict between farming and nonfarming interests provides students an opportunity to consider and discuss varying perceptions about pesticide use by farmers while evaluating data concerning pesticides. (LZ)

One alternative to continued landfilling or incineration is the development of municipal solid waste (MSW) composting facilities. This case study permits students to examine issues associated with environmental contamination by MSW and to make decisions based on agricultural, environmental, economic, food safety, and ethical considerations. The…

Presents a study of one of the few instances in the United States in the last decade where colleges of agriculture and natural resources were able to completely reevaluate and revise all their curricula. Describes an 18-month review and revitalization activity at Cook College, Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. (LZ)

A number of crop science instructors have indicated that there is a shortage of quality, current crop/plant science teaching materials, particularly textbooks. A survey instrument was developed to solicit information from teachers about the use and adequacy of textbooks, laboratory manuals, and videotapes in crop/plant science instruction. (LZ)

Most environmental education materials targeted at the elementary level emphasize basic ecological principles, but provide little coverage of natural resource issues. This study evaluates the environmental and natural resource knowledge of 542 6th-grade students from 8 public schools in Washington from 1992 to 1993. (LZ)

It is proposed that the traditional interdisciplinary nature of the agricultural sciences be extended and integrated with management sciences pertaining to other renewable natural resources. Provides rationale for a consolidation of faculties of agriculture, forestry, and fisheries, together with the units that have developed on most campuses to…

Students who pursue business and professional careers in natural resources and life science (NRLS) will have a decided need for a basic understanding of local government topics that shape public policy. Suggests that a responsible curriculum in NRLS should provide students with opportunities to explore these issues, and discusses methods for…

Study examined the extent to which health and nutrition instruction affected eighth and tenth graders' knowledge, eating behavior, and dieting practices. Dieting was most common among girls. Exposure to health and nutrition instruction resulted in some increased knowledge. There was a low overall score for nutrition knowledge among all students.…

Proposes an alternative strategy to link, through health care policy initiatives, the large existing infrastructure in continuing medical education (CME) to institution- and community-based programs designed to achieve optimum patient outcomes and resource consumption. (Author)