Discusses a report commissioned for the Department of Health, Education and Welfare entitled National Policy and Higher Education.'' Examines, in particular, that portion of the report dealing with the credentials monopolies'' of organized professions which control the entry of personnel into their ranks. (JR)

No uniformity of work experience requirements or policies was found among the states and territories which did require the work experience for certification or employment of business teachers in 1971. (MF)

Discusses teacher certification at Midwest City Teachers College which hinders an innovative approach to education. (PG)

A report on research conducted to help build a competency based approach for the preparation of middle school teachers. (Author)

The article examines some of the changes in attitude or activities required if schools of education are to meet the needs of the future. (MM)

As institutions responsive to public demand, community colleges can play an important role in strengthening public understanding of and appreciation for voluntary, non-governmental regional accreditation. (NF)

The coach occupies a position of strategic influence in every school. He is a teacher first -- in the classroom, on the field, on the court, or in the pool. (Editor)

Systems technology applied humanely to teacher education and staff development should help the individual practitioner become more selfdirective, competent and professional. This thesis suggests some important institutional and individual changes for teacher education programs. (JH)

Discusses do's and dont's of profession, emphasizing protective measures nurses can take to guard against legal action by students, including continuing education and malpractice insurance. Presented at General Conference of Seventh Day Adventists, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, Michigan, August 1968. (CJ)