This publication describes a model for teacher training and curriculum development in developing nations that utilizes a systems approach. The model focuses on the development of a qualitative analysis concerned with the desired objectives of the educational activities. According to the author, the model (1) can be constantly adapted and corrected…

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of CEMREL's Language and Thinking: New Directions Program, a broadly based early learning program in the teaching of basic language and reasoning skills. The program is a hierarchical skills oriented approach which provides a broadly based set of guidelines for teachers; a wide array…

This quarterly publication seeks to gather the most current speculation on competency based education, its philosophical basis, and problems involved in its effective implementation. This issue presents the thoughts of five educators in the field. Parsons examines the notion of competence and competency as educational objectives, stressing the…

This report summarizes the African Regional Seminar for Advanced Training in Systematic Curriculum Development and Evaluation that was held at Achimota, Ghana, July 14-August 15 1975. Attending the seminar were 67 participants from 12 African countries, including Cameroon, Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Swaziland,…

Joint training of direct service and management specialists at graduate schools of social work is discussed. Curriculum should be based on the overlapping technical and systemic skill requirements of both specialists. Service agency output and general social significance are suggested as qualitative measures of such programs. (Author/BH)

The author, a visitor at the United Kingdom's Open University, comments on his observations of the correspondence and multimedia teaching methods at the University; course production; production problems; and the role of the Institute of Educational Technology which assists faculties in course development. (JMD)

Suggests some guidelines for planning vocational on-site English as a second language (ESL) programs, placing emphasis on building up full knowledge of the work situation and curriculum relevant to the needs of the workers. (CFM)

A project to develop competency-based teaching modules in home economics is reported by its principal investigator. Ten modules for job cluster training were developed and found effective in field testing for nongraded, competency-based curriculums that can be used in any number of situations. Instructions for ordering the modules are included.…

Examines pupil test data to identify map and globe skill categories in which sixth graders are deficient; determines the grade levels and the extent to which these skills are introduced and maintained in selected elementary social studies textbooks; and estimates whether the deficiencies would be prevented if teachers follow one series through six…

This study was designed to investigate whether student ratings of a modular instruction program were related to the cognitive style, field dependence-independence, of the 85 rating students. It was found that on 14 of 28 course evaluation items student response differed by cognitive style. (Author)

A successful program is accomplished by determining high risk students' needs and by carefully designing curriculum and instruction to help them develop their academic and personal skills. The program considers need, adult learning, administrative commitment, use of specialists, integrated curriculum, and staff development. (Author/LBH)

Interdisciplinary collaboration with other professionals was the theme of a preservice training activity in England in which 18 students enrolled in a teacher training program for learning difficulties were paired with students of speech and language pathology to observe, discuss, and assess a severely disabled child in the school setting. (JW)

The economic case for the deregulation of Australian universities, for reasons of efficiency and improved access, is presented and the economic and social implications of such a move are considered. Some discussion of the case against deregulation is also given. (MSE)

This article examines the interactions which occur during several curricular activities to reveal the role expectations children develop. The ordinary social processes of the classroom through which the academic agenda is accomplished are examined. The meaning children and teachers ascribe to various activities is discussed. (JL)

Officials at colleges of veterinary medicine feel their field is overdue for major changes in areas including teaching strategies, breadth of curriculum, keeping pace with growing agricultural and medical knowledge, faculty emphasis on research, livestock industry needs, and computer applications. (MSE)