The Jackson State University Critical Thinking and Outcome Measures Program, whose academic focus is curriculum reform, is described in this report. The program guides students in developing the skills to think critically, to reason clearly, to express their thoughts cogently, to value open and thoughtful dialogue, and to be receptive to the free…

A systematic approach to the improvement of courses, programs and curricula in higher education is presented in the following chapters: (1) "Benefits of a Systematic Approach to Course and Curriculum Improvement"; (2) "Making the Decision to Create or Redesign a Course or Program"; (3) "Selecting a Design Team and Establishing Goals and…

Average salary increases for 5,432 faculty in the field of business and management are reported for 1984-1985 and 1987-1988, as part of the College and University Personnel Association's annual faculty salary studies. Included are comparative data for 160,596 faculty at 216 public colleges and 266 private colleges, representing 45 academic…

Average salary increases for 1,781 faculty in the field of home economics are reported for 1984-1985 and 1987-1988, as part of the College and University Personnel Association's annual faculty salary studies. Included are comparative data for 160,596 faculty at 216 public colleges and 266 private colleges, representing 45 academic disciplines. In…

An overview is provided of the organization, history, governance, finances, programs, and enrollment of the merged area schools in Iowa, a statewide system of 15 public two-year postsecondary educational institutions. The first section describes the state's two-year college system and its legislatively mandated mission. The next section reviews…

This paper presents an overview of adult education from a philosophical viewpoint. Topics covered include the concept and academic discipline of adult education, theoretical attempts to delineate the academic discipline of adult education, university study of adult education, and a comparison of plans and reality in the field of adult education.…

Average salary increases for 4,200 faculty in the field of business and management are reported for 1983-1984 and 1986-1987, as part of the College and University Personnel Association's annual faculty salary studies. Included are comparative data for 120,580 faculty at 167 public colleges and 235 private colleges, representing 44 academic…

Average salary increases for 1,275 faculty in the field of home economics are reported for 1983-1984 and 1986-1987, as part of the College and University Personnel Association's annual faculty salary studies. Included are comparative data for 120,580 faculty at 167 public colleges and 235 private colleges, representing 44 academic disciplines. In…

Average salary increases for 912 faculty in the field of physical sciences are reported for 1983-1984 and 1986-1987, as part of the College and University Personnel Association's annual faculty salary studies. Included are comparative data for 120,580 faculty at 167 public colleges and 235 private colleges, representing 44 academic disciplines. In…

Average salary increases for 1,999 faculty in the field of visual and performing arts are reported for 1983-1984 and 1986-1987, as part of the College and University Personnel Association's annual faculty salary studies. Included are comparative data for 120,580 faculty at 167 public colleges and 235 private colleges, representing 44 academic…

A narrative account highlighting the achievements of the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) during the 1986-87 academic year is presented in this report, along with historical and current data on enrollments, programs, staff, and finances. First, a discussion is provided of enrollment, faculty and staff, educational programs, facilities,…

The use of exit surveys at the University of Washington was investigated. Objectives were to identify (1) how many departments or programs employed department-generated exit surveys to gather information from graduating students, (2) the type of information collected and its use by departments, and (3) criteria for determining the usefulness of an…

This report provides registration data for six Hawaii community colleges (Honolulu, Kapiolani, Kauai, Leeward, Maui, and Windward) for fall 1981. Following introductory material outlining changes in study methodology, tables provide data for 1977 through 1981 on course registration by campus; average class size by program and campus; and the…

Policy and the status of institutions offering independent study by correspondence were studied, based on a 1982 survey of 72 American universities. Information is provided on enrollments, staff size, fees, services, and compensation to faculty for grading and course development for college, high school, and noncredit programs. Findings include…

Fall 1982 course registration data in regular credit programs are provided for six Hawaii community colleges (i.e., Honolulu, Kapiolani, Kauai, Leeward, Maui, and Windward). Following introductory material highlighting findings, tables provide data for 1978 through 1982 on course registration by campus; average class size by program and campus;…