The bulk of this issue consists of five articles providing insight into various phases of adult continuing education. "The Meliorist Position as a Philosophic Base for Adult Education" (Gordon Clay Godbey) examines these questions about meliorism: should we accept as natural improvement of the human condition, the constant wars, the…

Superior high school business students should be given the same opportunity to participate in advanced placement programs as that given to those with more traditional academic interests. (JOW)

Rapidly advancing technologies, increased international competition, and the shift to a people-driven service economy are forcing industry to work smarter and to hire smarter workers. New partnerships between schools, colleges, and business are necessary. Successful state reform movements require the active involvement of the governor and the…