This paper describes the application of the discrete maximum principle to the problem of the introduction of universal primary education. (Available from Plenum Publishing Corporation, 227 West 17th Street, New York, NY 10011) (Author)

The report of the president of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) to the annual meeting of that organization reviewed progress during the last year toward several goals of the Council. (SD)

The report of the president of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics to the annual meeting of that organization reviewed progress toward several goals of the council during the past year. (SD)

The author observes that when, as now, there are more college seats available than students to fill them, the schools respond to the market and not to true educational needs or to school philosophy. He argues that practices appropriate in commerce are harmful in education and calls for planning and controlled growth. (JT)

Thematic analysis of the literature related to the preparation of educational administrators suggests that a concern for values and logical analysis is an important aspect of any policy science approach to preparation. (Author/WM)

Examines the methodologies, objectives, and assumptions of existing national enrollment projection studies. (Author/MLF)

Community colleges are in a good position to obtain reliable long-term forecasts of future demand. An approach developed at Johnson County Community College in Overland Park, Kansas, has enabled the college to assist other community institutions in their parallel planning efforts. (Author/MLF)

Takes the position that teacher qualities such as cognitive flexibility and creativity in option generation, and interpersonal perception and skills are significant to pupil growth and that ultimately this criterion should influence choices in and out of the classroom. (BR)

Discussed the Learning Community, a minischool dedicated to an interdisciplinary approach to academics. (Author/RK)

The author discusses background to the current problems of higher education. Analysis is given about strengths and weakness with which higher education faces the future. The major strength is the universities ability for constructive adaptation to changing circumstances. (DE)

This article describes the development of higher education after World War II and predicts its development over the next twenty-five years. Emphasis is placed upon expansion of services without physical growth, financial problems, and better performance in the areas of occupation and career training. (DE)

The author examines the problems of higher education caused by lower enrollments. In order to survive he suggests that colleges and universities work together and share their plans, programs, facilities, and faculties. (DE)

A logical approach to analyzing societal trends and to presenting the results of the analysis to policymakers is described. This is the trend impact matrix. (Author/WM)

A true intergovernmental collaboration in the definition of objectives for Canada requires a cooperative federalism, multilateral rather than unilateral planning, and a negotiated agreement on how the constitutional powers and the resources of the partners in the confederation can be exploited to achieve these objectives. (Author/WM)