This annotated bibliography is reformatted and customized by the Center for Positive Practices. Some of the authors featured on this page include Martin Burlingame, Farmington Four Corners Regional Commission, Nan Elsasser, Carla Baron, Washington Office of Education (DHEW), Abby Abinanti, Tom Cummings, Dallas Southwestern Library Interstate Cooperative Endeavor, Stephen W. Stile, and Maria Gutierrez Spencer.
(1975). The Anglos and the Mormons Come to Ramah. Written by a 1975 high school graduate and a curriculum specialist, this monograph briefly describes the history of Ramah, New Mexico. Presenting the Navajo point of view, emphasis is on the socioeconomic influence of the Mormons and the Texas (Anglo) ranchers who settled in the Ramah area. Particular attention is given to: (1) land acquisition; (2) trading posts and the concept of "credit"; (3) Federal Government land allotments; (4) the Bureau of Indian Affairs and boarding schools; (5) the development of the Ramah Navajo (all Indian) School Board; and (6) the value of education and law to the Ramah Navajo. [More] Descriptors: American Indians, Anglo Americans, Cultural Background, Cultural Interrelationships
(1980). Las Mujeres: Conversations from a Hispanic Community. Women's Lives/Women's Work Project. The life stories of 21 Hispanic women of New Mexico spanning roughly four generations, are recorded in this book. Four sections ("But I Remember,""The Soul of the Home,""Little by Little," and "A Lighted Fire") develop these central themes: the shift from a rural to an urban environment; the struggle to preserve culture and traditions; changes in family relations; efforts to cope with discrimination; the striving for education; jobs and careers; service to family and community; and dedication to social change. In addition to the life stories, a number of documentary photographs and a glossary are included. Descriptors: Biographies, Career Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Ethnic Discrimination
(1982). Intervention Efficiency, Subsequent Placements, and Cost Effectiveness of Two Preschool Programs for Handicapped Children. Evaluation data are presented for the Open Door infant, toddler, and preschool programs (Las Cruces, New Mexico) for handicapped young children. Effects of intervention are reported in terms of learner gain for each child, mean gains for each child across developmental areas, mean gains for groups within each developmental area, subsequent placements for graduates for the preschool programs, and financial costs in relation to regular and special education public school programs and institutionalization. Findings are said to include that graduates were remaining in local public school programs, and that the costs compared favorably to those reported in recent literature. Descriptors: Disabilities, Infants, Intervention, Preschool Education
(1989). Finding Family Balance: Establishing an Adult Relationship with the Person with a Disability (A Pamphlet for Families) [and] Equilibrio Familiar: Como Establecer una Relacion Adulta con la Persona con Impedimentos (Panfleto para la Familia). Two booklets, in English and Spanish, are addressed to families of disabled adults and offer guidelines for establishing an adult relationship with the disabled individual within the family. Stressed are the importance of helping the disabled adult develop a positive self image, learning to truly listen to the adult as part of improving communication, and allowing the disabled adult to make decisions and take risks. Types of support groups found in New Mexico are listed, including the Information Center for New Mexicans with Disabilities. [More] Descriptors: Adults, Conflict Resolution, Daily Living Skills, Decision Making
(1974). [Chicano Counselor Training: Curriculum and Beyond Curriculum]. The particulars of the evolved curriculum and how the training has evolved around the change-agent concept are stressed in this presentation. The measure of success achieved in attempting to influence the staff and course of studies of the regular guidance department is also emphasized. The curriculum of this counselor training institute has, from the start, reflected the change-agent concept. The approach is based on the proactive model of counseling wherein the counselor initiates attempts to reach students in their own environment (including neighborhood hangouts, clubs, schoolyards or homes.) Formal attempts at effecting change within the University of New Mexico are also discussed. [More] Descriptors: Change Agents, Counseling Theories, Counselor Training, Cultural Pluralism
(1975). SLICE Office Report for the Period July 1, 1974 to December 31, 1974. Final Report. The Southwestern Library Interstate Cooperative Endeavor (SLICE) project was an "experimental effort to determine the feasibility of a multi-state library coordination agency" involving the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. The success or failure of the project's specific objectives are outlined in this final report. A financial summary of 1974 operations is provided in tabular form. The bulk of the document consists of appendixes containing papers commissioned by SLICE. Among the topics covered are network planning library automation, telecommunication, and the project on Continuing Education for Librarians in the Southwest. [More] Descriptors: Data Processing, Feasibility Studies, Information Networks, Information Science
(1974). Training Programs for Library Media Specialists. During the 15th Annual Indian Education Conference held at Arizona State University, the workshops were aimed at informing the participants of educational opportunities for American Indian children and their elders. Taken from the workshop recordings on training programs for library media specialists, this paper examines new library programs in New Mexico and Arizona. The discussion centers on the objectives of these programs to: (1) create more libraries in Indian communities; (2) improve existing libraries; (3) better serve the needs of the people; and (4) train and staff such libraries with trained Indians. Descriptors: American Indian Reservations, American Indians, Community Services, Educational Programs
(1975). IUC/OCLC Network Evaluation. Final Report. The operation of the Ohio College Library Center (OCLC) on-line bibliographic system in Texas and New Mexico Libraries was evaluated. The economic aspects of automated cataloging and card production were compared with previous methods; the effectiveness of the system as a tool for pre-order searching was evaluated; and the impact of the system's use on interlibrary loan was determined. Both academic and public libraries participated in the extensive evaluation. Appendixes contain a statement of research methodology, profile and terminal data, reports of site visits, and a glossary. [More] Descriptors: Cataloging, College Libraries, Cost Effectiveness, Databases
(1980). Attitudes and Expectations of Indochinese Parents. A questionnaire was given to 33 Indochinese (Vietnamese and Laotian) immigrant parents residing in Albuquerque, New Mexico, in order to discover their views of the education their elementary school children were receiving. The results indicated that the parents were, in general, pleased with their children's education. Many felt, however, that school discipline was too lax, and many parents were also concerned that their children were becoming Americanized too quickly and were not learning about their native cultures, histories, or languages. These findings can be used to help teachers establish more effective communication with Indochinese parents, thereby increasing these parents' participation in their children's schooling. Descriptors: Asian Americans, Elementary Education, Indochinese, Laotians
(1968). Mexican-American Education. Special Report. The Mexican-American Affairs Unit of the U.S. Office of Education was established to plan, develop, and coordinate improved educational opportunities for Mexican-American children and adults. Staff members of the Unit conducted a field survey in Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, and Texas to discuss current programs and future needs. Although the survey revealed general interest in Mexican-American education, a lack of coordination among federal, state, and local agencies was noted. The 4 major concerns voiced were early childhood education, teacher training, bilingual education, and adult and vocational education. A 5-state summary of programs and activities of benefit to Mexican-Americans is appended. [More] Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Bilingual Teachers, Communication (Thought Transfer), Coordination
(1968). B.O.L.D.: Bicultural Orientation and Language Development. Described, in detail, in this speech is the implementation of the Silver City, New Mexico elementary school program to stress bicultural orientation and linguistic development. After brief introductory remarks concerning the identification of the bilingual problem and language teacher responsibility for initiating new bilingual educational programs, there are discussions of (1) program planning, (2) the development of awareness and support at administrative, staff, and community levels, (3) instructional aids and materials, and (4) program design. Reproduced for reference is a memo from the Spanish teachers designed to enlist the support of their fellow-teachers by making them cognizant of the bilingual instruction rationale. [More] Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Bilingual Schools, Bilingual Students, Bilingual Teachers
(1970). Four Corners Regional Commission Third Annual Report, 1970. The Four Corners Regional Commission is a state-Federal partnership, the purpose of which is to initiate long-range planning, provide data for specific plans, promote private investment, promote legislation, establish plans and program priorities, and initiate and coordinate economic developmental districts in 92 counties in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah. In the 1970 annual report of the commission, planning and activities are described for the following areas: agriculture, minerals and fuels, recreation, tourism and retirement, transportation, human resources, water, and industrial development. Graphs and tables show population growth, land ownership, regional employment trends, distributions, grant awards, and budget. A related document is RC 005 230. [More] Descriptors: American Indians, Annual Reports, Economic Development, Mexican Americans
(1977). Our Land – Our Culture – Our Story. Describing the Pueblo Indians of the Southwest, this brochure on the Pueblo Cultural Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico presents information on the Cultural Center itself, the Center's museum exhibit, the origin myths of the Pueblos, Pueblo migrations, and the coming of foreigners to Pueblo lands. Relating oral history with archaelogical facts, this booklet provides an overview of the Pueblo land, culture, and story as it is depicted in the museum exhibit. A partial bibliography is included, and the narrative is supplemented with illustrations. Descriptors: American Indians, Cultural Background, Cultural Centers, Illustrations
(1973). American Indian Law Student Associations Education Project. The American Indian Law Student Association (AILSA) at the University of New Mexico Law School developed and secured approval for a Indian clinical law program. Funded by the Donner Foundation, AILSA aided in the development of a student bill of rights and responsibilities for Bureau of Indian Affairs boarding schools. The law program is discussed in 3 phases, and a budget is given. Also presented are 8 appendices–e.g., addresses of students in the special law scholarship program for American Indians, and Bureau of Indian Affairs Manual Guidelines for Admission. Descriptors: American Indians, Budgets, Civil Rights, Due Process
(1974). Political Manipulation, Longevity and Educational Finance: Superintendents and State Legislators in a Single State. Like most States, New Mexico's legislature grants not only basic foundation money for public schools but also a small percentage of additional discretionary funds. While the foundation money is almost always dispersed in light of a rigid formula, the discretionary funds present the opportunity for political bargaining. While hardly of as obvious importance as the foundation grants, these additional funds offer incentives for district superintendents to form coalitions with their local legislators to influence the fund distribution. This study examined the influence of interpersonal manipulative tendencies of political actors (legislators and superintendents) and/or longevity in the role on the distribution of certain additional State funds. [More] Descriptors: Educational Finance, Educational Research, Legislators, Political Influences