Explains why two concepts in the delivery of continuing professional education (CPE)--program planning and andragogy--are inadequate, and proposes a reconceptualization of CPE and a reexamination of theory and practice in adult education. (Availability: Falmer Press, Falmer House, Barcombe, Nr Lewes, East Sussex BN8 5DL, UK.) (SK)

Proper guidance systems for delivering knowledge "packages" to communities are probably no less important to such an operation than they are for technical operations charged with hardware delivery. Yet, in the human sciences we are plagued with uncertainties about the proper "fit" of design at the receiving end (local or community level).…

The Multidisciplinary Interagency Core Evaluation Project coordinates general and specialized services existing in rural communities of New Hampshire to serve the needs of visually handicapped infants and young children who otherwise face a confusing array of services or none at all. Project operation and replication procedures are considered. (CL)

The author responds to W. Morse, F. Wood, and R. Peterson's articles (EC 151 382-385) updating W. Rhodes' predictions about care for emotionally disturbed and other disabled individuals. She cites the financial problems facing human services fields at institutions of higher education and decries the impact on future service provision. (CL)

Examined factors affecting attendance by elderly persons at 660 congregate meal sites. Results showed that measures of the quality of services provided (method of food preparation, type of building used, presence of other nutrition programs in the community) predicted attendance more than conventional demographic measures of need. (WAS)

Focuses on the University of Alaska's Community College, Rural Education, and Extension Division, which includes 10 community colleges with large service areas and limited financial resources. Cites examples of innovative delivery systems and networks and statewide programs that enhance the availability and coordination of programs in rural areas.…

Discusses the need for more relevant family life education and the sources of information about childbearing. (JOW)

The article reviews a survey to examine special education in Australia in terms of the extent and nature of problem areas, existing services, areas of deficit and need, and recommendations for future developments. (SW)

In a survey of the 106 California Community Colleges, it was found that over 75 percent operated formal programs for the learning-disabled (LD), while an additional 12 percent provided informal services for their LD student population. Though diversity existed among the college LD programs surveyed, a consistency of process and practice was…

The Learning Resource Support Program provides academic support services to learning disabled adolescents. (SB)

The regular education inservice initiative (REGI) is a program to train school personnel to integrate handicapped students. The University of Kansas REGI project trains teams of vocational and special educators to apply the curriculum development process to the development of inservice education. (SB)

The author examines current career counseling services for adults and explores further possibilities utilizing computers and view screens. Programs discussed include CETA counseling, educational brokering, and career education delivery systems. He also describes a typical assessment process. (Editor/CT)

Describes the implementation of a collaborative discharge planning program for a chronic psychiatric population. Emphasizes the importance of good communication between patient and professionals. Presents a case example. Findings suggest more substantial involvement of patients in after-care programs is needed. (Author/JAC)

The author traces developments in further education, training, and employment for young people with special educational needs in England. (SW)

The need for better curricular planning, improved access and aids, and more adequate training for further education staff serving handicapped students in English colleges are discussed. (SW)