Discussing the ways colleges and universities influence the moral development of students (content and forms of instruction and role of the teacher), the author suggests emphasis on anthropological as opposed to survey research to point up the connections between educational policy and moral education. (JT)

Describes the syllabi of parallel French- and English-language college courses in French civilization. (DB)

Points up the need for inclusion of affectional components in both class and field work in social work education. The utilization of racial content is described as a vehicle for an examination of values, attitudes, and feelings, which is considered essential for developing self-awareness. (Editor/JT)

Responded to a 1973 journal article by R. S. Peters which defended education as a topic of research in institutes of higher education. The author argues that degrees in education without practical experience are an educational disaster and should be abandoned. (Author/DB)

Presents the author's personal observation as a visiting professor at the Open University (OU) in Great Britain. This includes the OU goals, requirements, instructional materials, media, and student evaluation. How the OU carries out its undergraduate science teaching program is also presented. (HM)

In 1974, in response to the critical shortage of trained moldmakers, Berkshire Community College (Massachusetts) developed the first two-year college plastic moldmaking and design associate degree curriculum in the United States. The program focuses on the problems encountered in interpreting blueprints and machine set-up instructions in industry.…

A survey of four and two-year colleges reveals that more must be done to help students realize their abilities, needs, and goals. (Author)

Describes the development of women's studies courses and programs. Discusses the challenges and problems related to the introduction of new programs, restyling teaching techniques, providing role models, altering course content, textbooks, funding, continuing education, as well as faculty, staff, and student support and opposition. (TP)

Self-destruction has invaded the campuses of American colleges and universities, with students taking their own lives in increasing numbers each year. The author discusses why they do it and what can be done, particularly by teachers, to stop students from committing suicide. (Author/RK)

Describes college level courses in basic concepts designed for the basic skills student. (MKM)

Reports results of a survey of 150 journalism departments, which focused on their philosophies about offering a journalism history course, format and requirements of any journalism history courses offered, teacher qualifications, problems encountered in teaching the courses, and course enrollment trends for the past three years. (GW)

The integration of sociological, historical, and economic material on black Americans into general educational courses is discussed based upon a program developed for college students. Material is presented from three historical eras: "discovery and exploration"; "war for independence"; and "pushing west". (GC)

Scandinavian students pursuing teaching careers in physical education receive a limited program of studies in general liberal education but experience an intense and detailed preparation within the specialized field of physical education. (JD)

Describes the educational programs at the Institute Technologico de Costa Rica. The engineering technology curriculum is based on the results of a nationwide study to identify critical areas of industrial need. The programs are designed for six semesters with scheduled work experiences within the school year. (MA)

Describes briefly the objectives, problem-oriented educational process, 4-phase curriculum, and resources of a new 3-year School of Clinical Medicine, part of a decentralized and regionalized scheme of medical education designed to improve geographic distribution of graduates, increase incentive to enter primary care specialties, and assure…