This detailed report states that information and documentation services in Eastern and Southern African countries are expected to: (1) increase the efficiency of research, development, and training; (2) improve the efficiency and competitiveness of industry and technology, particularly of medium-sized and small concerns, by assisting professional…

This pamphlet highlights some of the important issues in U.S. science and engineering as identified by the National Science Board in the preparation of another document, "Science and Engineering Indicators--1987." Contained in this document are lists of signs of strength in the U.S. system and less optimistic economic indicators. Issues…

In today's political, economic, and ecologically-sensitive climate a university's or college's indiscriminate acceptance of gifts can have catastrophic consequences. Some donations of cash or even real property can bring with them legal and political, as well as ethical and philosophical complications that can cost the institution considerable…

This policy statement for the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities addresses student assistance, categorical/institutional assistance, tax policies, government regulation/self-regulation, and corporate and foundation policies. NAICU recommends to the Congress and the Administration a legislative amendment to Title IV of…

A National Institute of Education (NIE) statement of policy and procedures is presented regarding administering institutional contracts and grants with regional educational laboratories and research and development centers during fiscal years 1983 and 1984. Definitions are presented of regional educational laboratories and research and development…

This congressional report presents the views of the House Committee on Labor and Human Resources concerning the Nurse Education Amendments of 1984. (The Nurse Education Amendments of 1984 reauthorize the nursing special projects program providing grants and contracts for such types of nurse training as continuing education, retraining, education…

This congressional report contains a discussion of the provisions of the Youth Act of 1980 (H.R. 6711) and presents dissenting views on the act. (The Youth Act of 1980 extends the authorization of and improves youth training and employment programs, extends the authorization of the private initiative program, and authorizes intensive and remedial…

A National Institute of Education (NIE) policy statement is presented regarding competition for future funding of regional educational laboratories and research and development (R&D) centers with appropriations available for Section 405(f) of the General Education Provisions Act (GEPA). Attention is also directed to continuing eligibility of…

These congressional hearings contain testimony pertinent to S. 2020 (the proposed Armed Forces Earned Educational Assistance Act of 1980). (These bills would establish new programs of educational assistance benefits for those serving in the All-Volunteer Forces.) Testimony and written statements given by twenty-seven individuals and panels are…

An ACE-sponsored proposed code of "Fair Practice for Postsecondary Institutions" to articulate some general principles of fair practice and their applicability to major areas of institution-student relations is presented. Some examples of campus responses are provided and a bibliography of resources is appended. (MLW)

This document contains the text of testimony presented at a congressional hearing examining education's role in economic competitiveness. Senator James M. Jefford's opening statement is followed by testimony given by representatives of the following agencies and organizations: TRW, Inc., Circuit City Stores, Inc., McGraw-Hill, Inc., Drew…

In February 2000, England's Department for Education and Employment (DfEE) proposed a new degree, called the Foundation Degree, and solicited stakeholder input by publishing a list of 13 questions pertaining to Foundation Degrees. The Further Education Development Agency (FEDA) responded to the DfEE's request for input by responding to all 13…

Although the Workforce Reinvestment and Adult Education Act contains several provisions that move the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) program in the right direction, it fails to respond to the needs of Latino workers and job seekers in a meaningful way. Although WIA's stated purpose aims to serve all populations, implementation of the new system…

This document presents the findings of the National Advisory Council on Nurse Education and Practice regarding the role, education, and supply of clinical nurse specialists (CNSs). The first section of the report examines the following eight background issues: (1) early development of the CNS; (2) current CNS supply; (3) roles and impact of the…

For reasons of National interest embedded in the economic, political, and social determinants of the quality of life, the fostering of learning by adults is an immediate and compelling National need that requires a lucid and forthright statement of National policy and immediate attention by the Nation's colleges and universities. To meet this…