Research Projects and Reports

Secondary Career/Techical Education

Technology/Career (Vocational) Education Field Observations (1999)

As part of the statewide comprehensive evaluation of the implementation of technology/career (vocational) education programs and initiatives [(Tech Prep, Youth Apprenticeships, High Schools That Work) in Georgia high schools, administered by the Georgia Department of Education, Division of Research, Testing, and Evalution] ORG staff members designed evaluation instuments and procedures, and conducted 30 on-site observation visits at schools across the state.

Client: Georgia Department of Education

Report

Harnish, D., Thompson, J., Miller, P., Smith, C., & Scott, J. (June 1999). Technology/career (vocational) education program in Georgia public schools: On-site observation evaluation study. Occupational Research Group, UGA.

Statewide Needs Assessment Survey for T & I Programs in Secondary Schools (1998)

ORG staff developed a series of survey questionnaire instruments for distribution to teachers and supervisors in Georgia Trade and Industry programs for the Georgia Department of Education, Technology/Career Education Unit.

Client: Georgia Department of Education

Preparation of Vocation Education Enrollment Report (1997)

Compiled and reported data from all school districts in Georgia regarding student enrollments in vocational/career education classes at the high schools.

Client: Georgia Department of Education