Two methods of teaching computation to undergraduates in a department of technology are described and the results are contrasted quantitatively and qualitatively. Conclusions indicate that a learner-directed discovery approach is best suited to this type of course. (Author/JEG)

Current activities of the Computer Curriculum Corporation and university level computer-assisted instruction at Stanford University are highlighted. Stanford's programs in logic, axiomatic set theory, computer-generated speech, and informal mathematical proofs are described and predictions are made for future developments in CAI. (RAO)

Describes 12 successful mini-courses which use newspapers as the basic skills text. (DD)

Describes a freshman writing course in which writing is taught by practice in writing. (MKM)

Describes the development of a structured science lesson around a case study simulation. The rationale for this approach is explained, and two specific examples, The Buenafortuna Power Project and Power for Elaskay, are described. (Author/CMV)

A program for training paraprofessional social workers conducted by the U.S. Army is outlined. Didactic presentation of conceptual material, experiential-based learning, and role-model learning are discussed, along with their practical implications. (Author/LBH)

Gives an outline of a physics course for fine arts students majoring in photography and for other nonscience students interested in photography. (MLH)

Reasons are cited for including a course in mathematics for liberal arts majors. Objectives of the course and course content are discussed. (DT)

Describes two sequential nine-week elective courses on the misuse of public language. (DD)

Describes a ten-week elective English course for seniors. (DD)

Describes a three-week minicourse designed to help students think about projected changes in human life over the next twenty-five years. (DD)

Describes a high school elective course. (DD)

Describes an elective course which deals with literature on prisoners and prisons. (DD)

Describes a nine-week English elective course. (DD)

Discusses the problems of teaching French civilization abroad and outlines guidelines for a course in French civilization. (Text is in French.) (CLK)