Discusses the contribution to the regional economy made by the University of Warwick through the regional involvement of its science park, business school, manufacturing group, and other initiatives. (JOW)

The examination of historical trend data on the number and percent of students lost from public school enrollment prior to graduation from high school is becoming increasingly important since distinct trends are emerging on a regional basis. This study examines regional trends in Texas on the number and percent of students lost from public high…

More than 100 inspectors and directors from French and Italian speaking Switzerland participated in a 2 day conference that examined the focus and commitment of Swiss education and educators as European unification draws closer to reality. Following an introduction by the president of the Association of Inspectors and Directors of French and…

Discussion of a proposal to establish educational media selection centers, which would be depositories of materials which educators, librarians, and others could examine for selection purposes. (LS)

The author's discussion of the relationship of educational administration to educational planning and research begins by considering the development of administrative theory in general and reviewing the functional, institutional, and social approaches to analyzing educational administration. He briefly describes educational administration in the…

This study was initiated to determine the significant issues affecting metropolitan collaboration, as perceived by superintendents of selected districts in the Greater Boston Area. It was also intended to determine the existence of differences among superintendents in their perception of issues. The issues identified were those of community…

Group bidding and cooperative purchasing of supplies and equipment by school systems is one answer to meeting the demands of rising costs. This paper discusses a survey that was made to determine whether a school district can realize significant savings by participating in a system of cooperative purchasing with other school districts. High school…

The Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) received a year's grant from the Council on Library Resources to design and develop a library network for the 17 western states. Major activities of the first quarter included: (1) hiring a systems analyst, cost study investigator, research assistant, and secretary, and selecting a…

Since its inception in 1972, the Higher Education Cooperation Act (HECA) is proving to be an effective agent for improving Illinois higher education, and at a nominal cost. Various HECA projects aimed at encouraging international cooperation and increasing access to higher education have involved in some way nearly every public and private college…

The Nordic Council of Ministers reports on the cultural cooperation of the Nordic countries--Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden--in the areas of education, research, and general cultural work. Report includes general plans and guidelines for education, and it describes some important projects for collaboration. (Author/ND)

Discusses the three Pacific cultural areas of Polynesia, Melanesia, and Micronesia and identifies the differences within and between the groups. States that a regionwide sense of identity has emerged because these small nations have gained independence from colonizing countries and joined regional institutions such as the South Pacific Forum. (GEA)

In the business of development, breakthroughs require international communication to help spread potential benefits widely. Obstacles demand international commitment to marshal vision, resources, and effort sufficient to the challenge. This issue of "Cooperation South" contains a two part focus, conveying innovations in development…

Provides major findings of a study of cooperation in education as exemplified by regional education service agencies (RESA) or educational cooperatives. Various cooperatives are identified including voluntary cooperatives, school study or development councils, education-industry cooperation, intermediate units, and special purpose cooperatives.…

Brief summary of recent trends and emerging problems. (SP)

Methods used to reach the public and familiarize them with the capabilities of the Tri River Area Extension Service and its staff members, as well as the advantages of an area program. (RB)