This report discusses the Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP), the primary purpose of which is to expand equal educational opportunities to the economically and educationally disadvantaged youth of New York State (1) who are graduates of approved high schools or holders of a New York State high school equivalency diploma, and (2) who are…

This report summarizes the status of the 1970-71 Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP), and the Search for Education, Elevation, and Knowledge (SEEK) programs in the public and non-public colleges and universities in New York State. The major aims of the programs are to encourage economically and educationally disadvantaged students to enter…

The point of view is taken that the issues of open admissions and programs for the disadvantaged can only be resolved if careful consideration is given to the desired objectives of the higher educational system: i.e., should we strive for outcomes that are egalitarian, elitist, remedial or what, and to the long-term implications of these various…

This document presents an outline and discussion of a summer training program held at Kentucky State College for professors interested in the field of Afro-American studies. The objectives of the institute were: to provide college and university faculty with basic qualifications for teaching Afro-American history; to prepare them to give competent…

A weekend language camp for secondary school students of Russian, attended by 125 students and teachers, is described. Tips for organization of such a camp are given. (RM)

The article discusses the use of a physiothon, or marathon conducted by the physical education department of a college, to inform students about ideas, career choices, and developments in physical education. (CD)

The author states that vocational education has something to offer all students, including the gifted and talented. He notes possible vocational curriculum approaches for these students and presents 16 methods and techniques for special experiences within a regular program or in special programs. (MF)

A multivariate method for evaluating the appropriateness of program placement in an institution for the mentally retarded was tested with 181 institution residents. (Author)

Reports on the two-year experience of a foster home program for retarded children undertaken by a state agency as an alternative to placement in mini-institutions or group homes in residential communities throughout the state. (BR)

The author reviews the history of vocational education legislation. He argues that reauthorization of the Carl D. Perkins Vocational Education Act of 1984 will continue the social legislation trend of the past 25 years and that vocational educators should remain open to upcoming changes. (CH)

Discusses the debate surrounding the education of gifted students in Hungary, examining whether an elitist or a democratic solution should be adopted. Considers the educational past, current problems, and psychological and pedagogical issues. Concludes that the best solution would be a democratic system that minimized social inequalities. (GEA)

Describes problems in the identification portion of programs for the gifted, in defining giftedness, and in selecting the means of identification, and justifying program content. Focuses on interest-based identification in the context of the law in order to eliminate discrimination against low SES students. (KH)

Describes Hartford Ballet School's movement programs for children aged 2 1/2-7 and their mothers. Focus is on child's individual expression and discoveries. (HS)

There is a communication and articulation problem today between vocational educators and persons from special education and guidance. Those in special education, guidance and vocational education should effectively communicate and work together to solve the complex problem of providing quality vocational education for the handicapped and…

North County Technical High School in St. Louis County, Missouri, supports the use of a full-day technical education program. The school's success in meeting skilled occupations requirements is reflected in the high rate of employment of their high school graduates in skilled occupations. (DS)