Citizens, business leaders, and school officials are promoting increased private sector support for public elementary and secondary schools. Current efforts include volunteer programs, education foundations, donation of equipment, and joint staffing. These efforts serve to supplement tax funds for schools rather than provide a substitute for adequate financing of schools.,Abstract -- Background -- Volunteer Programs in Public Schools -- Adopt-A-School Programs -- Local School Foundations -- Statewide Foundations -- Donation of Equipment -- Joint Employment of Teachers -- Use of Non-School Employees as Teachers -- Observations -- Pros and Cons -- Federal Responses.,K. Forbis Jordan, Senior Specialist in Education, Office of Senior Specialists.,CRS 83-626 S,"December 2, 1983.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3

This paper presents an analysis of the current teacher workforce and the factors that affect teacher quality. Issues discussed include teacher labor market trends, teacher preparation and recommendations for change, recruitment and selection factors, and attrition and retention rates. Final comments address Federal policy options in this area.,The Teaching Workforce: Selected Demographic Characteristics -- Teacher Supply and Demand. Regional and Subject Area Shortages -- Teacher Quality. Recruitment and Selection Factors ; Retention and Attrition Rates ; Teacher Preparation ; Change in Education Programs -- Conclusion -- Federal Policy Options.,CRS 83-577 S,"November 7, 1983.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3

American higher education is confronted with interactive challenges related to demographics, a reduced rate of economic growth, increased private sector cooperation, and rising demands from other social services. These developments will impact on institutional enrollment, role and mission, and fiscal support, as well as possible Federal options.,Background -- Enrollment Trends -- Status of Institutions -- Faculty Issues -- Institutional Purpose -- Student Aid -- Institutional Support -- Private Support and Cooperation -- Federal Role.,CRS 83-522 S,"June 21, 1983.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3

Only national estimates are available concerning teacher supply and demand. The unknown factor is whether or not the supply of teachers will be sufficient to meet the future demand resulting from projected increases in school enrollments. In the school reform movement, States have taken various actions to improve their teaching force, but Federal actions have been limited.,CRS 85-994 S,"October 9, 1985.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3

This paper provides a title-by-title comparison and contrast of major current law provisions of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (PL 89-329), as amended, with thos of the reauthorizing legislation as passed by the House on December 4, 1985 and by the Senate on June 3, 1986: HR 3700, the Higher Education Amendments of 1985 and S. 1965, the Higher Education Amendments of 1986. After the Senate passed S. 1965, the House passed S. 1965 amended with the language of H.R. 3700 as passed by the House. nnThose who have contributed to this report want to express their appreciation to Nan Hill for her exceptional editorial skills and perseverance in preparing this report.,David S. Osman, Specialist in Education, Susan Boren, Specialist in Education, Charlotte Fraas, Specialist in Social Legislation, Paul M. Irwin, Specialist in Education, K. Forbis Jordan, Senior Specialist in Education, Wayne C. Riddle, Specialist in Education, James Stedman, Specialist in Education, Education and Public Welfare Division.,CRS 86-745 EPW,"June 26, 1986.",SuDoc# LC 14. 18/3

This paper provides background information on the current proposals that would require all new teachers to pass a national teacher competency test before becoming eligible for internship or certification. In addition to providing an overview of the current proposals, brief discussions are provided about the various problems and experiences with testing programs of other professions such as law, medicine, nursing, and professional engineers. nnCurrent teacher examination practices among the States are summarized, and alternative responses for professional organizations and teacher education institutions are explored. The last sections of this paper address procedural questions, potential impact, and Federal options.,Abstract -- Proposal -- Background -- Admission Examinations for Other Professions -- Current Status in the States -- Alternative Responses -- Procedural Questions -- Impact -- Federal Options.,K. Forbis Jordan, Senior Specialist in Education, Office of Senior Specialists,The report was missing page 27.,CRS 85-731 S,"April 29, 1985.",SuDoc# 14. 18/3

Title IX of the Higher Education Act authorizes funding for graduate education. Institutional grants are authorized for fellowships and program improvement. National graduate fellowships are authorized in the arts, humanities, and social sciences. Programs are authorized to encourage under-represented groups to enter law schools and to encourage law school clinical programs.,Abstract -- Institutional Grants -- Graduate and Professional Opportunity Fellowships -- National Graduate Fellowships -- Legal Training for the Disadvantaged (CLEO) -- Law School Clinical Experience Programs -- National Commission Report -- FY 1986 Budget Proposal -- Program Issues -- Program Options.,K. Forbis Jordan, Senior Specialist in Education, Office of Senior Specialists,CRS 85-624,"March 18, 1985.",SuDoc# 14. 18/3

The current interest in reform of public elementary and secondary schools has resulted in renewed attention being focused on pre-service and in-service training for elementary and secondary school teachers. This paper reviews past and current Federal programs providing such assistance and summarizes current program options.,K. Forbis Jordan, Senior Specialist in Education, Office of Senior Specialists and Nancy B. Borkow, Research Assistant, Office of Senior Specialists.,CRS 85-644 S,"March 25, 1985.",SuDoc# 14. 18/3

This report delineates in detail the provisions of the Higher Education Amendments of 1986 (P.L. 99-498), the major piece of legislation reauthorizing the Higher Education Act of 1965 (P.L. 89-329, as amended) through FY 1991. Additional titles of Higher Education Amendments of 1986 are discussed that add authorities and amend legislation other than the Higher Education Act.