General College, an independent unit of the University of Minnesota, is described in this application for funds and associate status as a participant in Project IV of the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education. The college is an urban, open admissions school that focuses on the interdisciplinary and liberal arts component of the…

This paper offers a brief history of the development of curriculum knowledge as shown in 20th century publications. Observations about curriculum development are noted and recommendations are made for further exploration. Books and their authors are reviewed from the turn of the century to the present, beginning with theory predominance and the…

An educational needs assessment of the seven-community service area of Los Angeles Harbor College (California) was conducted to identify sources of demographic information, and to analyze and compile this information to provide a resource for both college and community committees in drafting plans for an expanded outreach program. A four-point…

This book is a collection of selected writings and speeches which document the developments in the Canadian adult education movement during the 1960's. The writings and speeches are presented in six sections as follow: (1) Introduction, (2) The Setting, (3) Organizing for Work, (4) Programs and Experiences, (5) The Learner, and (6) Coming of Age.…

Utilizing material in the ERIC network, this paper briefly investigates the theory, history, and current state of community schools. Planning guidelines for alternative uses of school facilities are discussed and some examples are given of effective shared facilities. Financial requirements for starting a community school and possible sources of…

Historical data and the current status of higher education in Yugoslavia are examined. Among the reforms enacted was the General Law on Faculties and Universities of 1960. The major and most immediate effect was probably the explosive expansion of institutions, particularly between 1960 and 1963. Additionally, higher education was no longer…

Curricular considerations concerning extension education to primarily adult and part-time students are discussed with emphasis on courses offered for credit. Some historical notes on land-grant colleges are presented. Seven conditions under which off-campus public-service-oriented (directed to the general public) instruction becomes a curricular…

Written for classroom teachers grades K-12, this reference guide on the Iroquois Indians provides an overview of history, religion, and culture and points out contributions of the Iroquois people. Concentrating on chronological history, the guide begins with formation of the Iroquois Confederacy (later a League of Six Nations) and continues after…

This Digest is a summary of the principal policy implications from Medical Education Financing: Policy Analyses and Options for the 1980s, comprehensive policy analyses of options for financing both undergraduate and graduate medical education. Five general classes of options are evaluated: (1) reimbursement reforms, (2) loan programs, (3)…

Though the educational achievement of American Indians during the last 10 years has been impressive, indications are that it will be some time before Indian people have an equal educational opportunity with the majority population. To understand the statistics and social indicators of the revolution in Indian education, it is necessary to examine…

The student booklet presents short chapters illustrating the prejudice/discrimination unit of the Minneapolis Multi-Ethnic Curriculum Project for secondary schools. Fifteen brief chapters describe the ways Americans have and still do discriminate against the people of various ethnic groups. Topics cover the history and policies of the Know-Nothing…

IN 1966-1967, NEW YORK UNIVERSITY'S SCHOOL OF CONTINUING EDUCATION CONDUCTED DISCUSSION GROUPS IN HARLEM IN CHILD DEVELOPMENT, CONSUMER AND EDUCATIONAL PROBLEMS, AND NEGRO HISTORY, TO TEST THE FEASIBILITY OF EXTENDING UNIVERSITY INFORMAL ADULT EDUCATION INTO THE POVERTY AREAS OF NEW YORK. THE INSTRUCTORS (FOUR NEGROES AND TWO WHITES, ALL WITH…

These 12 essays examine trends and innovations at the community colleges of the State University of New York (SUNY). George Robertson details aspects of recruitment and mission planning at Mohawk Valley Community College for the 1980's. Judith Hall relates her experiences in integrating Latin American reading materials in an introductory…

A study of legal education and professionalism conducted by an American Bar Association committee is examined along with the historical background of legal education and reform attempts, financial resources for stability and reform, and recommendations of the committee. The study rationale is explained, and aspects of prelegal undergraduate…

The guide presents teaching suggestions and lists resources to be used with the twelfth Course by Newspaper, "Energy and the Way We Live." Courses by Newspaper is a program presenting college-level courses to the public through the cooperation of newspapers and participating colleges. Other components of this course are the Article…