Describes the Cornerstone Schools project in Detroit, three interdenominational schools which combine several characteristics of traditional Catholic schools with an ecumenical approach to Christian education. The project enjoys support from business and civic leaders. With increased financial support, other such projects may be started. (SM)

Although often ignored by policymakers, African-American independent neighborhood schools provide models of successful learning environments grounded in cultural history and the pursuit of excellence. These schools are usually urban and mostly minority and have a long tradition of self-help providing stability to the African-American community.…

Describes the objectives of a proposal to create two Catholic "base community" schools in Hispanic communities in Chicago, which will allow parents full participation and infuse neighborhoods with hope. Discusses several broad assumptions about the role of the schools and steps to ensure schools are products of the community. (BCY)

Examines the vulnerability of distance teaching universities (DTUs) around the world to competition both from campus-based universities that are initiating distance teaching and from dual mode universities that have traditionally offered a range of teaching methods. Costs are considered, and the future feasibility of single mode universities is…

Reports on the effects of long-term intervention in the teaching of mathematics through the analysis of standardized test score data over a 9-year period at a K-8 elementary school. Results indicate that a more thoughtful, or conceptually based, approach to elementary mathematics instruction has an overall positive effect on test scores. (28…

Describes the transformation of an inner-city school in Edmonton, Alberta, from a rigidly traditional facility to a center of community activity. In framing their cocreative curriculum, staff at the Alex Taylor Community School continually look at their students and community and attempt to serve the total child through creating an environment of…

Results of a year-long study of doctorate production among minority individuals with nontraditional backgrounds suggest that university officials who want to increase minority doctoral starts should look beyond the baccalaureate graduating classes to both older and younger students. (SLD)

This checklist on women's issues to evaluate educational programs asks questions about access to education, bias-free curricula, nontraditional programs, employment training, child care, financial arrangements and fee policies, and fair and nondiscriminatory staff. (SK)

Trends in Canadian adult education include outreach to new target groups (the undereducated, poor, ethnic groups, retirees, women), growth of teleconferencing, lack of government support for nontraditional clientele and formats, vocationalization and institutionalization of adult education, and shift from adult education to adult learning. (SK)

Structured as schools-within-schools, California Partnership Academies are 3-year high school programs beginning in grade 10 and involving the business community. The academies feature courses focused on an occupational theme, coupled with rigorous academic instruction; block scheduling; a selection process identifying promising low-achievers; a…

Alternative schools provide structured learning environment where students can continue their education and earn credit while learning academic and life skills. Survey of 45 at-risk students enrolled in alternative high school program showed greater satisfaction with alternative program than with a traditional high school program. Administrators…

A significant number of American high schools are trying to restructure the traditional organization by designing smaller house plans, advisory systems, and block schedules enabling them to serve today's students' diverse needs. Besides helping to personalize learning, such nontraditional schooling alternatives can help create a healthy…

The University of New Mexico's nursing baccalaureate program via satellite required reexamination of curricular structure, objectives, sequence, teaching strategies, and library resources. Support services for both students and faculty had to be modified. (SK)

Discusses the history and advantages of home schooling. Reviews available curricula. Emphasizes immediate feedback, character development shaped by family values and religious beliefs, and low per-pupil costs. (FMW)

Two summer programs developed at Millersville University (Pennsylvania) are described: the Governor's School for Teaching, which seeks to attract outstanding high school students into teaching and acquaint them with instructional practices; and Improving Materials and Programs for the Academically and Creatively Talented (IMPACT), which promotes…