A survey of 298 administrators of special education training programs found that 56 percent of the programs required special education majors to complete a health education course, while 77 percent of the administrators felt that special education majors would benefit from health education coursework. (Author/JDD)

A discussion of the need to adapt college instruction to the rapid rate of change in science covers learning theories and the use of modular curricula, whose development has been facilitated by computers and advances in artificial intelligence. (MSE)

Despite the resurgence of the liberal arts, an undergraduate curriculum still requires a synthesis of liberal and practical learning. (Author/MSE)

A discussion of the ways in which colleges are preparing students for corporate life looks at the objectives and design of the management programs at Birmingham-Southern College, Bucknell University, Trinity University, and the University of Virginia. (MSE)

Harvard University's founding and development, reputation, famous graduates, presidents, and history of curricular innovation and change are outlined as it celebrates 350 years of existence. (MSE)

High school and college curricula have operated in isolation from each other for too long, and more effort should be put into understanding the curricular and instructional continuities between them. (MSE)

Responds to Shapiro's "Scholarly Concerns of a Faculty of Education." Summarizes Shapiro's argument and recommendations; analyzes and makes recommendations regarding scholarship within Faculties of Education; and concludes with observations and suggestions concerning the administrative reorganization of Faculties of Education. (DMM)

Instead of the random scattershot of the core curriculum, a program of overlapping curricular circles could provide students with a more effective educational experience. Each circle would center on the student's major, and would draw together the underlying strands of a liberal education. (MSE)

The strategy used by St. Olaf College to integrate computing into a liberal arts curriculum is discussed. Faculty computer literacy was developed first, followed by the use of computing in a wide variety of courses. Computer science, problem analysis, symbol manipulation, and information processing are discussed. (Author/MLW)

Recent departmental-level efforts at general education curriculum reform are surveyed. Discussion is given to English departments, which are well suited to lead general education reform, because they can learn from these experiences. (MSE)

Examines focal points for chronic tension between library educators and practitioners: changing programs and students, experience versus education in new personnel, criticism of practitioners, and accreditation. Comparison of library and information education with education for other professions and questions for commission on excellence in…

The use of data from the Florida Statewide Course Numbering System to analyze curricula is described, and the results of studies of courses in seven disciplines at 37 public postsecondary institutions are reported. The various kinds of curriculum analysis possible with the three principal files--taxonomy, course inventory, and course detail--are…

In 1978, the Mount Saint Mary's College administration and faculty decided to revise core curriculum requirements. The revised core curriculum and the development of interdisciplinary seminars are discussed. (MLW)

The objectives of the Soviet system of higher education and the expansion of the role of higher education are described, emphasizing the development of labor and industry for increased productivity, creativity, and specialization. A trend toward regular continuing education to keep pace with technological advancement is also noted. (MSE)

Reports on a study of differences between two-year colleges and proprietary schools offering occupational programs approved by the Texas Educational Agency. Focuses on types and length of programs; student costs; teacher characteristics and numbers; student characteristics and numbers; entrance requirements; recruitment and placement services; and…