This article examines teachers' perspectives of the impact in the classroom of a novel approach to boosting participation in upper secondary (Senior Cycle) mathematics in Ireland at the most advanced level (Higher Level). This approach, termed the Bonus Points Initiative (BPI), is an incentive which has coincided with a gradual increase from 16%…

Describes various physics courses offered at Moline, particularly the conduct of self-pacing programs for grade 10-12 students who are either interested in the topic or planning further study in science. Indicates tremendously increasing enrollments with the adoption of the new instruction method. (CC)

This report, based on a mailed survey of member institutions of the National University Continuing Education Association during 1986-87, includes data from 73 responding institutions of higher education. The report is organized in five parts. The first part outlines total program scope, including enrollment and staff growth, special fees, and…

This report chronicles the six-year growth (1972-1978) of Dallas County Community College District's (DCCCD) Instructional Television program (ITV), explaining the design, production, implementation, components, and evaluation of the telecourses within the program. It also includes discussions of local and national distribution of courses,…

The directory represents a compilation of 61 institutions of higher education in the United States that offer a degree program or a concentration within a degree program in any of the following related areas: outdoor education, environmental education, conservation education, or environmental interpretation. All institutions are indexed…

The activities of the Centre for Continuing Education, University of British Columbia, and its professional staff are reviewed for the 1974-75 year. A statistical report shows an overall enrollment increase of 13.74%, with part-time, evening, and correspondence credit courses showing expanded student participation and course offerings. A broad…

Intended for use by those attempting to initiate or improve competency-based instruction in adult vocational education programs, this directory contains demographic and descriptive information on sixty selected courses and programs operating in public education, other government agencies, business, industry, and labor. Introductory material…