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The article features the paper presented at the American Educational Research Association annual meeting in March 1970 titled "Attributes of Innovations as Factors in Diffusion," by Alfred Clinton and John H. House. The study aimed to narrow down a set of dimensions of innovations and inquire into the extent to which dimensions have general utility for acceptance in innovations. To arrive the best predictors of innovations, the study used a multiple regression program and principal component analysis.

The article presents an adaptation of an address presented to the Third State of the University Conference by J. Harris Purks. The author gives his analysis of the way to do academic planning. He creates an illustration of a fictitious curriculum in an institution of higher learning to address his point. He suggests that the greatest obstacle to discovering what we should do is the lack of a routine for obtaining a genuine consensus with our faculties.

The article reports developments pertaining to the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC). The establishment of a CEC Foundation for Exceptional Children was approved by the 1971 Delegate Assembly. The CEC has received several requests to take stands on the issues concerning the improvement of the education of exceptional children. The 1971 Delegate Assembly has authorized the Policy Statement on Governmental Affairs. The council has recommended an additional federal funding for research projects that will contribute in advancing the instruction of exceptional children and youth.

The article features the programs and initiatives of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) in the U.S. The author examines the organizational structure of the CEC which aims to accomplish its goals that are dependent upon the individual members and their contribution. Significantly, members may serve the CEC through committee membership such as the Legislative, Intragency, and Professional Standards committees. Special projects have been undertaken by the committees. The author points out that the CEC wants to widen its horizon to develop new and needed projects and to increase the speed of present activities, The author examines the future prospects of the CEC with regards to its growth, plan of making a study on the emotionally disturbed, and the initiation of adequate professional standards.

The article focuses on the future prospects of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and its efforts to advance special education for exceptional children in the U.S. The author points out that the issue of education has been one of the most prominent issues that has continued to command the attention. The initiatives of the CEC has been focused on the improvement of the quality of educational opportunity. The author cites the professional standards and educational programs initiated by the CEC. The CEC also maintains relationship with other agencies and professional organizations that are concerned with the welfare of exceptional children especially with the National Education Association. Significantly, the main objective of the CEC has been its concerted attempt to obtain program improvement for all exceptional children through effective national and state legislation. The CEC has also initiated international, national, and regional conventions in an effort to stimulate interest in the CEC.

The article offers information related to the cooperation of several International cause-oriented groups and voluntary organizations in the development of education for the exceptional children. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization has provided materials and equipment for use in the education of handicapped children in several nations through their Gift Coupon program. The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund has provided supplies and equipment to various nations to support in the development of pilot services for handicapped children. The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, and the Boy Scouts International Bureau have developed programs to enable handicapped children to participate more fully in informal education activities.

The article presents draft policy statements on education for the gifted proposed by the Policies Commission of the Council for Exceptional Children (PCCEC) in the U.S. Special education for the gifted should be an advantage to the individual and society. Special educators should support programs for the gifted. Special education should also provide continuing and appropriate educational experience from preschool into adult years. The PCCEC also proposed that research and development resources should develop new methodologies and curricula appropriate for the needs of the gifted.

The article focuses on the acceptance of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) of divisions in the organization. The factors that are essential in the acceptance of division status are: (1) the area of concern should be of sufficient professional significance to supplement and enhance the CEC program; and (2) the organization seeking division status should possess the professional competence and integrity to conduct an effective program. The author cites the problems and issues inherent in a close alliance. The CEC International has a significant role in division relations.

The article features the Association of Educators of Homebound and Hospitalized Children (AEHHC) as a division of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) in the U.S. The AEHHC has petitioned the CEC for admission. The purposes of the AEHHC are: (1) to promote closer professional relationship among teachers; (2) to provide means for exchange of problems and new ideas; (3) to work toward provisions for more extensive teacher training; (4) to promote high professional standards; and (5) to provide professional growth. The success, growth, and interest in the AEHHC are the results of time, ability, and contributions of each member.

The article features the Association of Educators of Gifted Children (AEGC) as a division of the Council for Exceptional Children in the U.S. The AEGC has undergone some changes which should make it known to more people interested in serving the gifted children. The AEGC Newsletter presents issues and concerns affecting special education. The author cites the officials of the AEGC.

The article focuses on the allied groups in the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) in the U.S. The types of allied organizations includes divisions, affiliates, and full-member participants in a federation of organizations. The CEC constitution provides the provisions on the requirements and privileges of CEC divisions. The CEC constitution in dealing with the subject of affiliates merely authorizes the board of governors to accept an organized group or agency into such relationship with International and to fix the terms of mutual assistance.