Data from a survey of colleges and universities indicate most offer some academic program in electronic data processing, but only larger institutions offer computer science as a major field. (Author/RA)

The director of the Center for Educational Technology at Jersey City State College and his associate discuss program production and presentation problems. (AA)

Adapted from an address to the 1969 convention of the Canadian Music Teachers' Association at Regina.

Reports results of a 1981 survey on undergraduate curricula in chemical engineering, comparing the results to those of previous surveys (1957, 1961, 1968, 1972, 1976). Results indicate that only minor changes have been made in the chemical engineering curricula since the last survey was taken. (Author/JN)

Argues that an understanding of the objectives of general education must precede debates over delivery methods. Sees potential for agreement on objectives through recognition of the existence of a hierarchy of general education's purposes, comprising student liberation; the development of independent learning and thinking skills; and specific…

The vast majority of Americans see engineering, science, and professional programs as the most important aspect of college curricula, reveals a new survey on American attitudes toward higher education. Highlights of the survey (American Attitudes Toward Higher Education) are discussed. (Author/JN)

Highlights a comprehensive analysis of post-secondary aviation programs in the United States published in a directory available from the University Aviation Association. The "Collegiate Aviation Directory" lists findings by state and includes level of institution, accreditation, public or private, and types of programs. (JN)

Reviews Bode's criticisms of "General Education in a Free Society: Report of the Harvard Committee" (1945). Relates Bode's views of the purposes of general education, underscoring his concern with epistemological issues and democracy and his faith in the scientific enterprise. Envisions Bode's probable response to Harvard's report on the…

The late arrival of law schools to the undergraduate legal studies field, along with the serious deficiencies in the professional model of legal education, make law schools singularly unfit for leadership in undergraduate legal studies. However, law school teachers who do enter the field can expect a richer environment. (MSE)

A survey of 142 of the 272 U.S. colleges and universities that offer engineering programs for the 1977-78 school year is presented. Data are collected and tabulated on semester hours and percentage of schools requiring various courses for freshmen in engineering. A few major findings from the data are included. (SMB)

Briefly discusses recent changes in the science of biology and examines the implications of these changes on college curriculum, faculty teaching and research. (MA)