Suggests criteria which an ideal first course in speech might meet: (1) focus on the elements typical in all speech communication behavior, (2) delete formal individual oral performance, and (3) utilize the empirical data produced by the behavioral scientists.'' (Author)

Highly specialized education is no longer relevant to the needs of our diversified society. A return to a broad, general education curriculum is needed. (HS)

The role and function of the American university in a rapidly changing society are discussed. (DB)

Author predicts longer degree programs in the future. (HS)

The system involves core assignments" required of all, and contracts" for A" and B" grades; there are no tests and writing is stressed. (SP)

The author presents a two-fold design for liberal learning. Of foremost importance is the ethical quality of deliberate design. Secondly, the design of liberal learning should give students strength, finesse, and imaginative courage in purpose. (Author/AF)

Discusses a program in which home economics majors are assigned several weeks of practice teaching in elementary school situations during their sophomore year. (Editor/SB)

A survey of 4-year home economics programs revealed that current curriculums are primarily traditional, tightly prescribed, and are not taking advantage of opportunities in field experience, interdisciplinary offerings, and the use of educational technology. (Editor/SB)

Discusses whether Sangamon State University, a new university committed to involvement in Public Affairs issues of today, should provide facilities and instruments for basic science research. Conclusions recommend such research and maintain that science be authentic, critical, interdisciplinary and effectively related to the needs of students and…

Compares the British and American university systems with regard to continued formal education in language. Discusses undergraduate and postgraduate courses offered in language, linguistic studies and English in all schools of study ranging from Architecture and Environmental Studies to Engineering and Physical Sciences at the University of Wales…

Environmental studies programs are goal oriented and depend upon strong disciplines in the university for their methodologies. Geographers contribute important methodologies to interdisciplinary environmental studies programs but should not lose their identity as members of a distinct discipline. (NH)