Smaller districts produce a variety of learning programs more spontaneously, more informally, and more easily. Will smaller districts become the leaders in developing successful alternatives? (Editor)

Excerpt from a new book on using the school environment as an educational resource.'' (Editor)

Argues that the problem with education centers around the fact that large numbers of people are being forced to learn that which other people have decided will be good for them. Contends that the only legitimate educational framework is one that helps people learn whatever it is they may happen to want to find out. (Author/JF)

Long Island, New York, youngsters cast inhibitions to the wind and felt right at home with creative drama-as much a part of their daily schedule as math and reading. (Editor)

Defining the concept of accountability-- the hottest issue of the day." (Author/RY)

In its Seventh Annual Report, the National Advisory Council pointed out the educational establishment's neglect of vocational clubs and asked for more government aid to them. (Author/SB)

An Indian Education Resources Center has been established to improve educational opportunities for American Indian students by providing leadership or help for change, resources for improvement, and advocacy of Indian rights. (FF)

The job of educational supervisor is often stereotyped and does not provide for communication with teachers and children. Head Start offers an opportunity for the supervisor to effectively observe and at the same time participate in the learning process at the center. (Editor/DR)

The Director of the ERIC Clearinghouse on Media and Technology attempts an objective consideration of just how useful today's system is to individuals seeking information on educational technology." (Author/AK)

Military training programs involve some of the most advanced and sophisticated techniques. Many can be meshed with those of the civilian education community at significant savings of d

Extracts from an article; the central alternative in education" consists of public control of technology and free access to sources of knowledge that have previously been the private property of a few. (Author/SP)