This workbook is intended to help decision makers in a school district make informed decisions concerning possible adoption or modifications of the Far West Laboratory Experience-Based Career Education program (FWL-EBCE). The workbook presents procedures and guidelines for (1) deciding whether the FWL-EBCE program, or some adaptation of it, is appropriate to the school district; (2) determining the major program design features appropriate to the school or district; and (3) preparing general specifications for the intended program which will guide the efforts of a staff in developing a detailed plan for its implementation. The workbook is organized around these three functions so that users can proceed systematically through the various issues related to determining the appropriateness and feasibility of the FWL-EBCE program in local districts. Tasks are included for the following areas: determining the purposes for EBCE, examining FWL-EBCE for compatibility, selecting or designing the program, communicating basic decisions, and staff development and implementation planning. The appendix contains questions and answers that highlight FWL-EBCE concepts and the program's adaptability and includes a reader's guide to EBCE purposes and approach. (TA)