From the conference proceedings, certain main topics were chosen for this report. They include: Paul Miller's talk on the changing structure of higher education; a session with three U.S. Office of Education personnel on the submission of sound proposals for obtaining federal funds; William G. Shannon's speech on just what a developing college is;…

When the Program with Developing Institutions was funded for a second year, it was decided to hold a national conference at Vincennes University, plus subsequent regional meetings, on the new faculty development program. It was to stress change in relation to faculty development and improved instruction, with a chance for small-group discussions.…

AAJC became the coordinator between USOE and colleges needing help (under Title III), after lack of expertise by those needing it most had become apparent in applications for federal funds. Agreement was reached on an extensive 3-part program: expert consultants to help colleges assess their strengths, weaknesses, and potential; national and…

Although community services are community-oriented and community relations are college-oriented, both depend on community/college cooperation and one reinforces the other. Both apply to private and public and to established and developing institutions. In March 1969, two workshops were held, at San Antonio, Texas, and Moline, Illinois, to develop…

One workshop at Michigan State University and another at the University of Florida were held in February 1969 to assist junior colleges in developing and selling the idea of well-rounded occupational curricula. More than 110 representatives attended each conference. This monograph records first the topics and discussions covered at both…

A collection of articles that have appeared in the Junior College Journal, as well as selected articles from Developing Junior Colleges, was compiled in conjunction with the Program With Developing Institutions sponsored by the American Association of Junior Colleges. The purpose of the monograph is to provide guidelines for developing colleges in…

The second year (1969-70) of the Program with Developing Institutions (PWDI) emphasized working with faculty members rather than with administrators (as in the first year) in the areas of faculty development and instructional improvement. Fifty-three junior colleges participated in this program, financed under Title III of the Higher Education Act…

This monograph outlines the problems (and possible solutions) of private junior colleges, as discussed at two regional conferences in 1968. The two meetings were attended by 108 representatives from 50 colleges. Both stressed the importance of long-range development planning and its accompanying need for funds. Particular points covered were…

In June, 1968, the U.S. Office of Education (USOE) and the American Association of Junior Colleges (AAJC) initiated the Program With Developing Institutions (PWDI) for 85 small schools. The AAJC provided consulting services and publications, held workshops, and funded recommended programs with

This paper reports the progress to date and plans of the Appalachian Consortium Special Development Project, funded under Title III of the Higher Education Act. The participating institutions joined the consortium because it was felt that only through a cooperative arrangement could they overcome the limitations of inadequate resources arising…

This report on the AAJC Program With Developing Institutions (PWDI) summarizes the evolution and activities of the program with special emphasis on 1971-72, the fourth and final year of operation. Evaluations of the program by the participating colleges are included, and where possible, compared to corresponding evaluations of past years. Other…

The economic impact of Gainesville Junior College upon its immediate service area is examined. Three primary "injection sources" were studied: the college payroll and spending patterns by the faculty, staff, and administrators; spending by the student body; and direct college purchases. (MLW)

This book provides information on the concept and practice of community colleges in both the United States and India. It is intended to serve as a guideline for the development in India of institutions and programs modeled after American community colleges. The foreword discusses the findings of a survey of colleges in India on…

Literature and congressional testimony are reviewed in this examination of the political and social dimensions surrounding the passage of Title III (Higher Education Act of 1965) and its subsequent interpretation through the 1970's. The report first examines the intent of the bill, which was designed to provide financial assistance to developing…