Advises deemphasizing reader materials and prepared programs as sources for the solution of reading problems. (MB)

Developing instructional programing priorities and planning program improvements require an understanding of how effectively program objectives are being met. A formalized process for evaluating programs has been developed at Vancouver Community College as an aid in these and other aspects of instructional planning. (SSH)

Describes the manner in which an analysis of Gagne's Domains of Learning will yield comprehensive behaviors that can serve as models for program and curriculum design. (Author/JJD)

Traces adult education in Germany back to Berlin in the 1820s. Discusses the organization of the present day adult education system focusing on Berlin. Indicates the importance of American educators' awareness of how international colleagues are approaching similar issues. (JOW)

Proposes a three-dimensional model of content for the study of technology. The dimensions are elements (humans, information, energy, tools, processes, materials); contexts (transportation, production, communication); and levels (cybernation, mechanization, handcraft). (CT)

This paper argues for moral education as a crucial component of lifelong education. The approach to moral education developed by the Association for Values Education and Research (AVER) is outlined, and it is suggested that this program (or something like it) should be central to all programs of lifelong education. (Author/SJL)

The concept of quality circles is discussed. The authors explore company compatibility with Japanese management philosophy, a compatibility test, planning for the change to quality circles, need for a flexible design, and setting worthwhile goals. (CT)

This article discusses effective strategic planning and management of employer cooperative education programs. It examines types of planning, the need for such programs, and implementation strategies. Several case studies are considered: Dayton-Hudson, IBM, AT&T, Delta Airlines, and Rockwell International. (CT)

Reports on the first intensive evaluation of the Private Sector Initiative Program. Recommends that Congress and the Labor Department should refrain from changing PSIP's structure, allow time for it to develop fully at the local level, continue to observe local developments closely, and learn from the experience. (CT)

The Florida Division of Vocational Education has developed a system to help educators correct problems identified during program review. The local program improvement plan as a follow-up to vocational program review is a management strategy supported by legislative intent and direction. (JOW)

Focuses on two major trends in structuring technical education programs: conceptual organization and the societal problem organization. The article concentrates especially on technical education programs in secondary schools. (CT)

Examined were 22 projects for gifted children funded in 1975 through the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. (CL)

Discusses how the collapse of online learning enterprises at several colleges and universities offers lessons for all in this still-promising field. (EV)

Reviews Pamela Farrell's "The High School Writing Center: Establishing and Maintaining One"--a compilation of articles by writing center directors containing solutions to problems common to most writing centers, whether in the planning stages or fully operational. Concludes that the work is an important reference for writing center directors and…