Discusses the development of a design task in which the students can focus on problems in some part of the city. Describes such an improved strategy for teaching the design of complex systems as challenging and beneficial, especially for those interested in urban-related careers. (CC)

Discusses the offering of a two-quarter Sloan Foundation course entitled "C-50-Design of Complex Systems" to students in all departments, from freshmen to Ph.D. candidates, at the Northwestern University. Indicates the presence of a realistic working environment due to the mix of students' interests, skills, and levels of ability. (CC)

Discusses interdisciplinary design engineering programs conducted at the Polytechnic Institute of New York, especially the internship program, Sloan Foundation projects, and the characteristics of design engineering centers. Included is a list of completed projects. (CC)

Discusses the Environmental Systems Study Program conducted at the Worcester Polytechnic Institute with the support of the Sloan Foundation. Indicates that the activities are to lend valuable pilot experience to the implementation of broad changes in educational programs. Included is a summary of students' real-problem project titles. (CC)

Describes student involvement in creating their own old radio'' productions. (MM)

Describes a high school science activity designed to give students an opportunity to observe scientific work in the community. Students were released from classes to visit laboratories, pharmacies, workshops and industries in the local community, and were later required to report on their findings. (JR)

Discusses the objectives, content, and activities of the course Interactions of Environmental Engineering and Society'' conducted by the Engineering School of the University of Louisville for elementary and secondary science teachers. Indicates satisfactory results from students' and related administrators' responses. (CC)

An innovative interweaving of student interest, school curriculum, and creative interpretation. (RK)

Describes four projects to help pupils become more effective and efficient researchers, a skill they will use now as well as in high school, college and adult life. (Author/NL)

The creation of a vocational-technical institute in Staples, Minn., has resulted in economic growth for the town as well as increased community recreational facilities built by institute students. (SP)

Describes a program involving a mini-cooperative in the agribusiness class to produce and market winter bouquets, Christmas decorations, and other floral arrangements. (MU)