Purpose: Agriculture globally is undergoing a period of change driven by policy and environmental factors. This study focuses on further education in England, defined as a study after secondary education that is not part of higher education. Specifically, it explores how changes in the agricultural sector impact the practice of agriculture…

Established in December 2016, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine's Roundtable on Data Science Postsecondary Education was charged with identifying the challenges of and highlighting best practices in postsecondary data science education. Convening quarterly for 3 years, representatives from academia, industry, and…

Using grounded theory research methodology, a theory was developed to explain how Singapore junior college science teachers implement educational reforms underpinning the key initiatives of the "Thinking Schools, Learning Nation" policy. The theory suggests Singapore junior college science teachers "deal with" implementing…

The literature in five curriculum-related areas is reviewed. The first article stresses the need for rational curriculum planning in the junior college. To meet this need, curriculum decision-makers must arrive at educational objectives that will lead to the achievement of intended learning and the attainment of institutional purposes. The second…

Examples of new methods of instruction are given in this monograph, which is the third in a series of five monographs prepared by Harrisburg Area Community College to illustrate how the college is attempting to "meet the changing needs of students." Brief descriptions of several programs and the innovative methods of instruction used in…

This document is a course syllabus for "The Community Junior College." The purpose of the course is to familiarize students with the variety of institutions classified as community junior colleges. More specifically, the lectures, class discussions, and readings aim to provide students with a better understanding of (among other topics):…

Describes various methodologies used at the Queensboro Community College, New York, to enrich some of the topics traditionally included in the introductory course such as union management relations, social responsibility and business ethics, internal organization structure, and small business management. (TA)

This paper argues that critical thinking can help its practitioners better understand the issues in society, and that the development of critical thinking skills is important in today's teaching climate. The authors discuss the method involved in evaluating the validity of arguments for critical thinking, as well as the need for teaching and using…

English departments need to develop an honest diversity of writing programs, identifying the unique values of different approaches. (JH)

A recent survey indicates a substantial degree of homogeneity in the content of introductory economic principles courses. Although community college instructors seem more likely than their four-year institution counterparts to experiment with course content and format, there is an evident need for teaching reform in the profession as a whole. In…

Report on the advantages and disadvantages of the interdisciplinary cluster system at Oakton Community College (Illinois) after five years. Reviews effects on students, faculty, administrators, and curriculum. (RT)

Provides an annotated bibliography of current ERIC literature on critical thinking in community colleges. Presents seven citations related to assessing and improving critical thinking skills and incorporating critical thinking into the curriculum. (AJL)

Reviews challenges facing teachers in multicultural classrooms, highlighting ways to improve instructional effectiveness. Indicates that literature-based instruction, thematic units, project-based learning, and alternative evaluation methods are useful ways of implementing multicultural curricula. Suggests that teachers in multicultural courses…