The author, having had extensive experience teaching in primary schools, critically examines the "Plowden philosophy" which he finds incomplete rather than misguided or false. Specifically looks at what was to be learned, how the learner was conceived and what the role of the teacher was thought to be. (Author/RK)

Reports on topics discussed by delegates from 104 UNESCO member countries. Common concerns included (1) restructuring goals and content of educational and training systems to society's needs, (2) importance of lifelong education, (3) divergence between planned reforms and the facilities and resources for implementing them, and (4) development of a…

Four projects aimed at evaluating the technical quality of recent summative evaluations are discussed, and models of metaevaluation are presented. Common technical problems are identified and practical methods for solving these problems are outlined, but these methods are limited by the current state of the art. (Author/CTM)

Covers the declaration and recommendations adapted at an international forum on the role of workers' organizations and education in rural development. First presents the declaration, which includes purpose of development and the role of organizations, trade unions, rural organizations, workers education, and adult education. It then presents the…

Current reports and recommendations on needed improvements in American secondary education, part of a long history of criticisms of the high school and of proposals for its reform, were discussed. (Author/RK)

This conference dealt with learning styles and characteristics and the benefits of individualized instruction, and with intercultural communication. Serveral papers presented at the conference are summarized and a number of workshops are described as the program is outlined. (CHK)

Proceedings of AACRAO's 63rd annual meeting cover: computer networking in small colleges; continuous registration; computer logic; computerized academic record overview; on-line registration systems; and analysis of registration and records systems. (LBH)

The development of professional and career-oriented programs within the traditional liberal arts college is discussed, along with the impact such programs might have on the character and climate of the institution and on the jobs of untenured classics professors. (Author/LBH)

If society wants knowledgeable citizens who happen to value and to need a profession or some way to make a living, then for that society liberal education still has a vital function. The restoration of the humanities to a central position in the undergraduate curriculum at the University of Florida is described. (Author/LBH)

Just as the mission of a community college cannot be implemented without liberal education, neither can the missions of AAC be successful without community college involvement and participation. An increasing number of college students seeking baccalaureate degrees are beginning their college education in community colleges. (Author/LBH)

Describes a course presented to increase the effective reporting and writing skills of geology students. (SL)

This article is the report of the ad hoc American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) committee for the review of engineering and engineering technology studies. In the report, the committee examines engineering education and makes recommendations on several topics including accreditation, teaching methods, faculty development, continuing…

Briefly discusses the use of student essays as a technique in the teaching of history. Outlines a student guide to writing reports and includes specific hints on writing essays. (JK)

The "Final Resolution" of the International Non-Governmental Organizations Conference on Discrimination Against Indigenous Populations (1977) is detailed in this article which describes the program of action for the legal field and the sociocultural field. (JC)

The Association of Governing Boards has grown to 773 boards representing 1,250 institutions and 18,000 individual members. Its activities are reviewed, including the Board-Mentor Service, queries handled by the clearinghouse, publication of the Board Self-Study Guidelines and Criteria, and the Pocket Publication series. (LBH)