Computer Guidance and Other Selected Educational Practices in Secondary, Postsecondary, and Correctional Institutions in New York State

• NCJ Number: 75011
• Author(s): B R Heller; F G Wheeler; L GrossHeller B R
• Date Published: 1979
• Length: 64 pages
• Grant Number(s): 78-3D-322 PS
• Sponsoring Agency: New York State
• Corporate Author: City University of New York
• Sale Source: Eric Document Reproduction Service
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America

Annotation

Results are reported from a survey of the use of computer-assisted career guidance in New York's secondary and postsecondary educational institutions, and educational activities in New York's correctional institutions are examined.

Abstract

Computer-assisted career guidance involves having a computer perform the retrieving and collating functions relating to occupational information needs. It provides accurate, timely, and complete information for the guidance process while freeing counselors for more counseling with individuals. During the 1978-79 school year, a survey was conducted of several New York State school districts, 57 public and private 2-year colleges, 8 Educational Opportunity Centers, and 36 correctional institutions throughout the State. The secondary and postsecondary school surveys focused on past use of and interest in computer-based guidance systems. Survey results indicate that experiences with computerized college and career information guidance systems in high schools and 2-year colleges are remarkably similar. Half of the respondents were using an automated system during 1978-79. The Guidance Information System was the system most frequently used in both high schools and colleges. Based on the results of the survey, the installation of a statewide computer guidance system is recommended. The correctional institution survey focused on the needs of inmates for educational services and how these needs are being met. Twelve of the 14 responding correctional institutions had male inmate populations and 2 had female inmates. Data were collected on educational facilities, classroom space, instructional resources, and inmate participation in educational activities. Results indicate that a large proportion of the inmates are involved in educational activities, and a broad range of educational programs are offered. Relatively few institutions have their own funds for special educational programs, although all are involved in cooperative arrangements with outside agencies. Survey instruments and tabular data are provided. (ERIC abstract modified)