There are at least 3 major bases for arguing that transfer admissions is of major importance to higher education. A primary reason is its critical bearing on the organization and structure of higher education. Smooth student transfer from 2- to 4-year institutions is a basic requirement of the hierarchical model of higher education now being…

A symposium on new forms of higher education was organized at the European Center for Higher Education January 13-15, 1976. Participants were from thirteen countries. Included are: (1) a summary of discussions and working documents presented in English, French, and Russian; (2) texts of the contributions of participants presented in either English…

Changes in the West German higher education system since World War II are examined with focus on the German efforts to promote equal access to institutions of higher learning. Political and educational rationales behind existing enrollment restrictions are discussed along with economic uncertainties surrounding educational mobility. (Author/LBH)

An overview of cooperation among higher education authorities and institutions in the Nordic countries (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden) is given, and agreements between those countries concerning the recognition of studies, diplomas, and degrees are outlined. (MSE)

The 10 bilateral and two multilateral international conventions that Hungary has entered into, concerning the recognition of higher education degrees and diplomas, are described. (MSE)

The activities of UNESCO, the Council of Europe, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, and the European Economic Community to promote academic mobility and international recognition of credits and degrees are outlined, and problems still to be solved are discussed. (MSE)

Most states do not offer reciprocity for other state assessment tests. That practice has an adverse effect on school-aged, dependent children of military service members. President Clinton's 1997 solution was a national standardized assessment test for public school students. Critics stated it would cost $96,000,000 to deliver the test. Florida…

This study examined the relationship between multiple school transfers during elementary school and student academic achievement. Participating in the study were 105 sixth graders enrolled in a northeast Tennessee middle school. Data were collected by means of examination of school records to determine student mobility, and student scores on the…

The record of nine independent art colleges indicates that union can bring many rewards without stifling identity or individuality. (Editor)

The mobility study as described was conducted in order to help those students who face problems which are unique to those who move at least once. Information gained through the study was used to help students make easier adjustments to new school environments. (BY)

Because African family structures differ from those of other areas and because students must move frequently to pursue education, this study sought to develop an appropriate measure of family status and to determine the impact of status and mobility on the English ability of 293 beginning college students in Zaire. (SJL)

A survey to investigate the success/failure/problems associated with the admission of American students who have received training at foreign veterinary schools is discussed. It is concluded that transfers could occur at the beginning of the second year and at the beginning of the third year of the program. (Author/MLW)

Children from all segments of society will be involved in an increasing number of moves. Counselors should assess the individual needs of these students and offer help through orientation, placement, counseling, consultation, and transfer. The counselor should work with administrators, teachers, parents, and classmates, as well as with the child.…

Examines the impact of elementary school classmates' mobility on the academic performance of those stable students who remain all year. Observations of 5,701 students found virtually no correlation between mobility of classmates and lower academic achievement of stable students. (GR)

Research indicates that low achievement scores relate significantly to high school mobility rates. One explanation for this relationship is curricular inconsistency. Some suggest that school choice could contribute to a solution by breaking the link between a child's home address and school address, thus allowing students to remain at one school…