Focuses on the problem of literacy in adolescents and adults. Reviews literacy in the context of improving relevance of education. Argues that the problem of relevance should be addressed by all sectors and asks that educators develop processes of open, genuine mutual and cooperative inquiry at the class and school levels. (Author/CH)

St. Louis Public Schools established 15 community education centers to provide comprehensive educational services, changing the way administrators and staff operate. The program had to overcome resistance to change, ensure that mission and purpose were understood by all, recognize that change and trust take time, and deal with differences that may…

Distance education may be offered either through institutions created for this purpose (single mode) or through existing universities (dual mode). Each has strengths and weaknesses, but partnerships could meld the best aspects of both, as experience with professional continuing education for engineers in India shows. (SK)

Similarities and differences between least restrictive environment (LRE) and collaboration are considered. It is suggested that both LRE and collaboration are essential to achieving appropriate education for students with disabilities, but the potential of LRE and collaboration has not yet been fully realized. (SW)

Vocational teachers can improve collaboration with special educators by developing mutual understanding, trust, and shared vision; seeking best uses of resources such as time, personnel, facilities, equipment, and funding; and sharing information about the two fields through staff development activities. (SK)

Adult learners have a wide range of motives and enrollment often stimulates interest in further education. Open college networks enable collaboration, enhance adult access and progression, and encourage targeting to specific learner needs, enabling flexibility and responsiveness. (SK)

Describes six varieties of technological experts who are knowledgeable about computers and other electronic equipment used in education; considers their usefulness to educators who are not as knowledgeable; and suggests ways in which educators can work with a variety of technological experts. (LRW)

Describes a curriculum designed to address the shift in nursing education to one that prepares nurses to work from a health promotion perspective. (JOW)

Common mistakes of tech prep consortia are (1) sacrificing effectiveness for efficiency; (2) poor labor market analysis; (3) superficial curriculum reorganization; and (4) no mechanism for continuity and poor communication. (SK)

Discussion of systems design in education focuses on relationships with other systems dimensions of the design framework. Relationship options that imply different patterns of instruction are described, including information exchange, cooperation, coordination, and integration, all focused on a community-based system of learning and human…

The European Community must develop policies regarding a number of challenges: free circulation of people across borders, disadvantaged regions, economic restructuring, access to vocational education, and cooperation with Eastern Europe. (SK)

A survey of 400 secondary agriculture teachers (241 responses) showed that those with science credentials were more likely to teach both agriculture courses receiving science credit and nonagriculture science courses. Science credentials and credits were more likely to benefit agricultural than science programs. Ag teachers with science…

The collaboration of four departments of educational leadership and NASSP representatives has profoundly affected the school leadership program at East Tennessee State University. The alliance has provided valuable external viewpoints and has helped Eastern Tennessee's educational leadership department promote teaching and faculty development,…

Reports on a nationwide study of journalism and mass communication programs regarding cooperation between journalism programs and media organizations. Finds considerable activity, mostly by individuals and primarily aimed at supporting distribution of the fruits of education rather than cultivating the educational process that yields such fruit.…

Case studies of successful labor-community college apprenticeship partnerships show that collaboration occurs when parties derive mutual benefits, collectively access external funds, stipulate roles/responsibilities, and resolve conflicts. Dual enrollment of apprentices in associate degree programs is a promising strategy. (SK)