This directory describes the educational services of over 100 British and international organizations. Many of these groups provide resource materials which could be of use to elementary, secondary, and college teachers. Others offer services to help young people who are interested in working or traveling overseas, or in making contact with their…

This is the first yearbook published under the new name--the National Association for Public Continuing and Adult Education (NAPCAE); however, the activities recorded took place while the organization was still called the National Association for Public School Adult Education. Statistics of public continuing and adult education deal with adult…

This is a statistical report on programs and student enrollments of organizations affiliated to the Association of University Evening Colleges (AUEC) and the National University Extension Association (NUEA). Programs and registrations are listed by institutions under classes, conferences, correspondence, and total registrations; the total…

The National Institute of Education (NIE) suggests a plan for national leadership and support of more comprehensive research and development (R. & D.) in the field of career education. The draft plan relies heavily upon suggestions from study teams in the development of a conceptual framework for career education, and in outlining strategies…

Describes the instructional materials produced and distributed by the American Association for Vocational Instructional Materials (AAVIM), an interstate organization of universities, colleges, and state divisions of vocational education, not to compete with but to supplement state work. AAVIM also publishes performance-based teacher education…

The revised immigration system, the requirement that administrators verify the accuracy of information on student aid applications before they distribute money, and demands on administrators to spend more time helping students to budget their money were discussed at the annual meeting of the National Association of Student Financial Aid…

A national board to certify teachers is expected to be chartered by late this summer and begin issuing certificates within five years. The objective is to establish high standards for teacher competence with voluntary certification, not replacement of state licensing. The plan has received widespread support. (MSE)

The National Association of Manufacturers urges states, major metropolitan cities, or regional labor market areas to have a full-time, paid industry-education coordinator on the school staff. The coordinator should be responsible for conducting needs assessments among both teachers and members of the business-industry community and implementing…

Consistent with its mission, the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) has adopted an integrated set of comprehensive standards for the preparation, credentialing, and professional practice in school psychology. Standards for training and credentialing, ethical principles, and guidelines for practice have undergone review and…

This report on science and mathematics indicators is intended to assist state, national, and local policymakers and educators in making informed decisions. This report focuses on science and mathematics indicators at state and national levels. The indicators are intended for use by policymakers and educators to assess progress in improving…

This document is comprised of the three 2003 issues of the newsletter for Generations United, a national membership organization focused on promoting intergenerational policies, strategies, and programs. The first issue focuses on faith-based intergenerational programs and highlights three such programs. The second issue focuses on arts and…

Recreational boating education in the United States is offered through a system of government agencies and non-government organizations, including the boating industry. The "best practices" in boater safety education include means of ensuring the availability of education programs, ensuring the content and quality of the educational…

This article reports on the National School Boards Association Convention (April 1983, San Francisco, California). Presentations centered on school children's mental health, board relations with teachers and administrators, academic standards, student discipline, merit pay and competency testing, and financial problems. (PP)

Traces the history of the world conservation movement, its impact on attitudes and opinions, and the ensuing changes in the concept and evolution of conservation. Discusses the efforts of international and national organizations (private and public), wildlife issues, and strategies. (DC)

Describes briefly the National Council for Science and Technology (CONACYT) of Mexico, and outlines Mexico's Program for Science and Technology which includes 2,489 projects in basic and applied sciences at a cost of $260 million from 1978 to 1982. (HM)