Described is a course in the chemistry of consumer goods, for both chemistry students and non-science majors, at the University of Miami. This course is intended to bridge the gap between the world of the chemist in the laboratory and the life of the ordinary consumer. (BT)

A course format is described in which fifth-year students were taught a consumer-oriented, problem-solving approach to the patient assessment and communication aspects of providing technical advice on nonprescription drugs in a community pharmacy setting. Assignments consisted of role-playing and writing patient-oriented information sheets.…

A course designed to educate individuals in the responsible use of prescription and nonprescription drugs, offered to the entire student body at the University of Minnesota, is outlined and evaluated. (MSE)

The connection between social work and public interest work is examined and an attempt is reported to synthesize the two disciplines in a class for undergraduate social welfare majors. Ralph Nader's approach to social change provides a model for social workers. (Author/LBH)

The Consumer Protection clinical course, in which case supervision is provided by government agency personnel, is described. Implications are considered regarding the necessity and emphasis of a seminar component, and the usefulness of clinical courses in teaching substantive law as well as lawyering skills. (LBH)

A specialized course in product liability taught at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law is described. Focus is on course development and design, development of instructional materials, teaching techniques, and educational goals. (JMD)