Reviews several sources of published materials which contain learning objectives for general problem solving as well as problem solving in mathematics, science, and computer science. Lists of objectives are included where appropriate. (JN)

The author states that our present teaching methods tend to foster a common intellectual skill: thinking the world to pieces, and that while this skill is very essential, it is only half of understanding. Our planet functions not according to a program of technological reductionism, but as a gestalt, and we are in desperate need of perceiving it…

Objective: The authors aimed to determine the extent and use of the 1995 psychiatry clerkship goals and objectives published by the Association of Directors of Medical Student Education in Psychiatry (ADMSEP) and to obtain members' guidance regarding their proposed revision. Methods: ADMSEP members were surveyed regarding their awareness and…

It is never too early for parents to think about college for their children. This resource book was designed to help parents and educators work with students to ensure that their children have the option of going to college. The booklet provides tips on academic preparations and also offers ideas on how parents can plan for the costs of a college…

The broad topic of preparing examinations for college-level courses is addressed in this guide. General suggestions include the following: devise a test that reinforces the objectives established for the course; decide upon the primary purpose of the test before constructing it; make the test as valid and reliable as possible; and standardize the…

Uses of three-dimensional objects in college level history courses are described, including using artifacts to enliven and invigorate classroom teaching and to convey a sense of the past to students. Journal available from Loren E. Pennington, Division of Social Sciences, Emporia State University, Emporia, Kansas 66801. (DB)

Discussing the structural and philosophic changes in higher education, the author feels that because of its academic purity, poetry may help to bring about a new humanism." (Author/MB)

Although business and industry have long used annual reports to bolster their public images, colleges would do well to look there for ideas on how to produce first-class annual reports. Magazines and newsletters for further reading and a list of institutions interested in exchanging ideas are provided. (MLW)

An annotated bibliography is presented in order to increase the awareness of planners and other administrators about the decision-making process, cognitive limitations, and available decision aids (in particular, decision support systems) that can have an important positive impact on strategic planning. (MLW)

A compact of universities could stimulate a coordinated effort by all higher education institutions to make a reexamination and reestablishment of our nation's goals to provide world leadership. (IR)

Presents a series of concrete suggestions essential to the solution of problems encountered in engineering education. Indicates that engineering schools should play important roles in the new liberal education movement. (CC)