The intended function of this dance directory is to inform dance proponents about the existence of professional preparation programs in American colleges and universities. Included along with course offerings, faculty, and degree status is information on number of major students, audition requirements, certification, number of concert…

This document outlines undergraduate programs leading to degrees in environmental engineering from 22 schools across the country. The register includes general information on the school and program as well as specific information on admission requirements, degree requirements, course work, and faculty and student data. A copy of the questionnaire…

This survey reports the current state of development of pollution prevention education in Universities in the United States based on a national survey conducted between December 1991 and February 1992. Over 140 individuals (from 80 institutions) believed to be active in pollution prevention education were contacted and of these 89 (from 59…

This is the 11th edition of a directory to funding sources for higher education faculty in the nations of the (British) Commonwealth of Nations and beyond for academic years 1994-95 and 1995-96. The entries are arranged in sections according to the country where the award may be held. The first "International" section lists awards held…

A survey was conducted in 1979-80 to determine which Canadian universities are involved in the provision of teaching services for academic staff (assistance of various forms in such matters as instructional skills, evaluation techniques, courses and curriculum planning). Information is presented on the nature of the assistance being provided, the…

Information on pension plans in 16 Ontario universities is presented in terms of the type of plan, eligibility, member contributions, university contributions, and benefits. There are eight defined benefit plans: seven money purchase plans with minimum guarantees, and one money purchase plan with no guarantees. Almost all of the plans are eligible…

This report describes and documents the state of affairs in preparing graduate students for college and university teaching responsibilities. Chapter 1 summarizes the results of a survey on teacher assistant training and publishing and provides a review of the centrality of the teaching assistantship in graduate education. The publication's two…

The background, content, and funding of faculty retraining activities at 17 colleges and universities are discussed. An overview covers characteristics of retraining programs and whether they are successful. For the 17 college/university programs, information is provided on: title, background, purpose, elements, funding, outcomes, and contact…

The outcomes of the Faculty Evaluation Project of the Southern Regional Education Board are reviewed. The project sought to promote principles of comprehensive, systematic faculty evaluation. During an 18-month period, the project worked closely with 30 institutions to assist them in developing such programs. Regional aspects of the project, the…

A compilation of descriptions of graduate programs in the field of higher education is presented as prepared by the ASHE Committee on Curriculum, Instruction and Learning. The report is based on a survey of the 92 directors of masters and doctoral programs in higher education in the United States and Canada. For each of 65 respondents, one-page…

Information about teacher exchange programs around the world is provided, including faculty needs as reported by foreign governments, and the approximate number of faculty positions available annually within American international schools abroad. Questionnaires were sent to foreign governments, the U.S. government, U.S. and foreign private…

Information is presented about requirements, course offerings, financial aid, and personnel for 147 graduate departments of geography in the United States and Canada. Seventy-three offer a Ph.D. in geography, and 77 award the Master's degree. Information provided for each institution includes: date founded; degrees offered; number of degrees…

This annual reference book presents descriptions of the approximately 350 colleges and universities with the highest proportion of incoming freshmen who come from the high-achieving group. The 1993-1994 edition describes 359 "leading colleges." An opening section discusses the guide's criteria for a competitive college, gives suggestions for…

A collection of 79 program ideas demonstrates creative approaches to academic programs and administrative concerns. As part of an annual event sponsored by the Ameridan Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), the ideas were nominated by institutions in the 1985 competition for the G. Theodore Mitau Award for Innovation and Change…

Thirty-four faculty development programs at colleges and universities in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota are described. Descriptions of the programs, which are funded by the Bush Foundation, provide a brief overview of the college involved, outline the program goals and strategies and identify a contact person. Areas addressed by the…