In an effort to re-examine the principles and rationale of community and adult education, this monograph first addresses the quandary of adult education--society's commitment to schooling for the young while paying little more than lip service to meeting the educational needs of the whole population. Continuing education staff are encouraged to…

The utilization and impact of computer terminology on various modes of learning in our society was the focus of six hearings which included testimony from experts, supporting papers, reports, and additional commentaries. A successful application of computer assisted instruction for drill and practice in the basic skills was described in the…

The theory of comprehensive educational development is explored in terms of a plan for its implementation at Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC). The report first discusses the curriculum development model proposed by Taba in 1961 and identifies its curricular, instructional, and faculty development components. A rationale for a…

This annotated bibliography contains English language annotations of newspaper and journal articles and government publications from Egypt on the topic of education. All of the items were published in 1978. Annotations are categorized by topic. Sixty seven topics are listed including adult education, Arabic language, educational planning faculties…

Like community colleges in other urban centers, Cuyahoga Community College (CCC) serves as a bridge for the individual between public school, work, and higher education; an educational broker; and a builder of networks of educational institutions, businesses, and human development agencies. CCC has responded to Cleveland's socioeconomic decline…

In a second edition, this book reports on the Aquinas College, a Catholic, coeducational, liberal arts college in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The original text on the steps taken by the college to remain viable during the difficult circumstances of the seventies is supplemented by an epilogue in which the results of the Aquinas College reassessment of…

Sixteen articles written by various authors are contained in this book about teaching religion in public schools. Developed for both elementary and secondary programs, the articles detail current practices. Models and units of study are suggested for teaching religion in different subject areas, including language arts, humanities, and social…

The educational system of Jordan follows principles set down by law in 1964. Education is compulsory for nine years, free to all students, and available equally to both sexes and all religious groups. Central administrative functions are carried out by the Ministry of Education which administers examinations, recruits teachers, and sets general…

Educational policy in Bahrain during the period 1974-76 stressed expansion to include all school age children, curriculum development to keep abreast of social change, increased efficiency of educational administration, construction of new school buildings, and eradication of illiteracy. The three levels of the educational system are primary (ages…

The study examined the process of change and dissemination within elementary social studies programs. The methodology included becoming acquainted with programs and special projects which are available for school adoption; becoming knowledgeable about elementary social studies programs in the process of development; observing elementary social…

A method for combining the techniques of microteaching with those of interaction process analysis is presented. Using this method a matrix analysis can be performed which will give a teacher feedback on the target objectives for a given microteaching session. This handbook gives the rationale for this method, presents a General Inventory Guide for…

The purpose of this book is to consider the inter-relationships between the changing outlook and aspirations of young people approaching adulthood, and current changes in systems of secondary education and in the nature and role of secondary schools throughout the world. Chapter one focuses on the problems of self-realization by young people and…

Ten consultants were employed by the National Institute of Education (NIE) to examine the state of educational research and development (R&D) with specific reference to the regional laboratories and the R&D centers established in the late 1960's. By confering with NIE officials, surveying the directors of regional laboratories and R&D…

For the benefit of overseas readers, a summary is provided of the main report of Sweden's Commission on the Continued Use of Radio and Television in Education on the utilization of sound and pictures in education. A special chapter explains the Swedish school system and the organization of the Swedish Broadcasting Corporation. Previous reports of…

University education departments and teacher educators are not presently providing the innovative reform-minded milieu necessary to develop vital, deeply committed social studies teachers. Education degree programs are remarkably similiar in course requirements and format, emphasizing traditional lecture oriented courses and student teaching.…