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The intent of this field tested instructional package is to acquaint the student with the elements of finance and its function in producing goods and services. Defining behavioral objectives, the course description includes a media section, suggested classroom activities, and sample student evaluation forms, as well as the basic information section. Included in the package is a list and explanation of possible sources of financial support available to industry: stocks, bonds, loans, subsidies, and grants. A list of characteristics to be examined before acquiring various kinds of financial aid, the proper method of recording financial transactions using a general journal form, and an explanation of how the stock market functions in the production of goods are topics discussed in the course description. (Author/MW)

The intent of this field tested instructional package is to acquaint the student with the elements of communications and how they function in the production of goods and services. Defining behavioral objectives, the course description includes a media guide, suggested classroom activities, and sample student evaluation forms, as well as the basic information section. A definition of communications and the importance of accurate communications is stressed. Also included is an explanation of why it is so important for industry to coordinate communications in four areas: man to man, man to machine, machine to man, and machine to machine. (Author/MW)

Included in this field tested instructional package are definitions of the terms industry, technology, industrial education, and industrial arts education. Defining behavioral objectives, the course description includes a basic information section, suggested classroom activities, and sample student evaluation forms. The total process of providing goods and services is analyzed in relationship to the 11 elements of industry: (1) research and development, (2) production, (3) marketing and distribution, (4) maintenance and services, (5) finance, (6) manpower, (7) materials, (8) power and energy, (9) property, (10) management, and (11) communications. Graphic representations of how industry relates to society and education are included. (Author/MW)

The intent of this field tested instructional package is to acquaint the student with the interdependence of society and industry as related to the area of communications. Defining behavioral objectives, the course description includes a media guide, suggested classroom activities, and sample student evaluation forms, as well as the basic information section. Included in this package are examples of communication methods used between society and industry and of failures in communication. Recommendations of how industry and society could improve their communications in a community area are included. (Author/MW)

The intent of this field tested instructional package is to encourage the student to explore occupational areas as a basis for selecting a career. Defining behavioral objectives, the course description includes a media guide, suggested classroom activities, and sample student evaluation forms as well as the basic information section. Three areas of communications are explored: electricity, electronics, and graphic arts and drafting. A sample outline, based on information provided in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, offers the student assistance in analyzing possible communication related employment opportunities. (MW)

The intent of this field tested instructional package is to provide the student with an overview of the management element of industry and how it relates to the duties of a shop foreman. Defining behavioral objectives, the course description includes an information section, classroom activities, sample job application forms, and student evaluation materials. A major portion of the course outline deals with candidates for shop maintenance related jobs. In addition the package furnishes a definition of management and an example of an organizational outline of the responsibilities of the personnel within the shop setting. (Author/MW)

The intent of this field tested instructional package is to familiarize the student with the marketing and distribution element of industry and its function in the production of goods and services. Defining behavioral objectives, the course description offers a media guide, suggested classroom activities, and sample student evaluation forms as well as the basic information section. The package deals with the product from the time it leaves the manufacturer until it reaches the consumer, including analysis (Market research), advertising, transportation, storage, and sales. (Author/MW)

Four competency catalogs of tasks for industrial arts programs are presented. These include catalogs in Exploring Technology, Modern Industry, Construction, and Manufacturing. The purpose of each catalog is to establish a basis for program content selection and criterion levels from which one may measure to see if individual learners have achieved minimal competence. Each catalog begins with an introduction, format description, course description, course goals, and suggested topical outline. The remainder of the catalog is comprised of task statements. Each task follows a typical format that includes the following sections: (1) Area of Competence, which identifies the industrial arts course for which the task was prepared; (2) Content/Concept, which identifies the sub-area with which the particular task is associated; (3) Task, which identifies the knowledge, skills, or attitudes that the learner should possess after instruction; (4) Criterion Referenced Measure, which provides the means of determining whether the learner can successfully perform the task; and (5) Performance Goals, which identifies sub-tasks that lead to the development of the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in the task. (LRA)

Offers information about lunar exploration, the telescope, and space travel. Suggests that landing on the moon and returning to Earth is one of the most significant technological accomplishments. Includes a student quiz, outcomes, and references. (JOW)