The author argues that in certain sectors of a society, especially a developing one, the best plan for educational development may be no plan. To illustrate, he analyzes the day-to-day survival problems of the Latin American urban poor and the ways that formal schooling exacerbates these problems. (Author/SJL)

Describes the historical development of the United States Department of Education beginning in 1785 and explains the components that will comprise the new Department of Education. (LRA)

A study of the literacy situation in the Asian region served as the basis for a Unesco regional conference. Findings of the study indicate that more than half of the world's illiterate population is in the Asia and Oceania regions. Factors contributing to successful literacy programs are presented. (LRA)

This article suggests use of taxonomies of cognitive and affective domains to aid the teacher in: (1) setting up class goals, (2) suggesting practical considerations such as class size, (3) pointing out possible exercises to be included, and (4) suggesting possible evaluation techniques. (Author)

Discusses the importance of Taiwan's system of vocational-industrial education to its history of political stability and continuing economic prosperity. (JOW)

Presents the concept of colonial taverns and coffee houses as adult education institutions. They were of great importance in the development of impressions, opinions, attitudes, and knowledge about agriculture, business, shipping, economics, community and world affairs, and recreation. (CT)

Discusses four basic goals for adult education policies in Finland as defined by the Adult Education Committee. These goals are (1) increasing equality of educational opportunity, (2) developing vocational skills; (3) developing skills in dealing with questions in society, and (4) developing personality. (JOW)

Examines program development: diagnosis, design, and delivery of a program idea and refers to "level two" programs in sections on diagnosis and design and to "level one" programs in sections on delivery. It is meant to stimulate some ideas for new approaches to establishing successful student services programs. (Author)

Describes the Appalachian Regional Commission's work with regard to vocational education in the region, the economic investment, and the new economic freedom that education is bringing to its residents. (JOW)

TICCIT has been a prominent feature of the instructional environment of the Alexandria Campus of Northern Virginia Community College since 1974, and its presence has pervaded all the operations of the campus, both instructional and administrative. Positive and negative impacts have been recorded by two evaluations. (Author)

Describes how concept maps can be used in biology teaching. Concept maps for genetics and ecology are presented as a model. How to use these maps as curricular and instructional tools and as a means of evaluation is also included. (HM)

Four guidelines and the following five points are discussed in terms of changes in education and/or future educational needs and responsibilities: (1) Learning is central; (2) schooling and education are not synonymous, (3) need for full educational resources, (4) a tremendous task, and (5) central role of education of adults. (WL)

Offers a five-point program for community education (based on a fluid definition in a British context) which involves school and community education, civic education and participation, community action, public education campaigns, and community relations. (LAS)

Article outlines aims of Fellowship program and criteria by which applications are judged. The importance of improving educational facilities within the developing nations themselves, as an alternative to study abroad, is stressed. (RW)

Describes the early years of one purpose-built middle school. (Editor)