The author discusses the educational implications of the open sixth, which educates students in the 16 to 19 age range. He suggests that a reappraisal of the objectives and curricula for the sixth form is necessary. (KC)

This informal report describes uses of single-user, personalized computer systems at the University of Michigan and discusses the implications of new technologies for improving access to higher education. (Author/MP)

Describes a planning model based on the experience at the University of Wisconsin--Oshkosh whose basic context is a statement of institutional mission; within that mission, planning assumptions are developed for an eight-year period. Outlines the planning process for a one-year cycle. (MB)

A comparison is made between the use of a centralized computer system and the use of micro systems installed in each school. (MP)

Foresees some major problems in getting the N and F examinations off the ground. These replacements for A levels, accounted for in "Working Paper 60", are designed to broaden the sixth form curriculum to five subjects instead of three and allow students to defer specialization for as long as possible. (Author/RK)

A realistic appraisal of what the public schools can and cannot do is presented. (JD)

This paper explains critical problems in curriculum and supervision and describes a project undertaken by the New York State Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development which suggests possible solutions. (Author/AM)

The author presents a methodology to identify new and emerging occupations for the purpose of appropriate vocational education curriculum development, involving collection of occupational data, development of criteria, and evaluation of occupational data for curriculum development. (MF)

Describes recent legislation in the field of special education (P.L. 94-142) and discusses important implications this legislation has for vocational education. (Editor/TA)

Two conflicting tendencies in society are the superindustrial society and the postindustrial alternative. If we pursue the postindustrial vision, schooling will foster an understanding of the nature of the world. (Author/MLF)

From the premise that the utility of education varies from individual to individual and over time, the author argues for greater public involvement in determining what should be the values of schooling. (MJB)

Describes a study which was undertaken in Britain in 1975 to identify the factors which have the greatest influence on teachers in the planning of courses in secondary science, and on their choice of curriculum material for those courses. (Author)

Summarizes recent trends and prevailing conditions of educational leadership in Canada. Proposes that the role of official leadership in the policy process be redefined. (Editor/RK)

The need for close relationships within national higher education systems is of crucial importance if nations of the world, both developing and developed, are to fulfill their educational obligations. Focus is on balance between individual institutional assignments and common commitments of national systems. (Author/LBH)