This program manual was written to fulfill a National Student Congress mandate directing the national office of the National Student Association to compile material on methods "by which student governments can stimulate interest in academic issues." It called for special attention to the stimulation of interest in national and international…

The type and extent of the problems facing Mexican-American youth and the educational and psychological manifestations of these problems are examined. The community junior college's role in meeting certain basic needs of youth is analyzed. Included also are a review of relevant literature and a summary of observations and interviews made at a…

The programs presented in this catalogue have been evaluated as substantially meeting the objective of finding solutions to educational problems. Each program was developed and disseminated by funding from Title III monies and offers a demonstration site for New Jersey educators and laymen. Staffs involved in 11 different programs offer…

Implementation of an honors program is carefully explained, including course content, evaluation, and helpful suggestions for administrators contemplating similar programs. The need for such programs is apparent as high schools are sending to college students who have been involved in advanced, accelerated, or enriched classes and who are…

This report describes some innovative programs in the preparation of college teachers. Discussed are: (1) The Master of Philosophy programs at the University of Toronto and Yale University; (2) the Candidate of Philosophy programs at the University of Michigan and the University of California, Berkeley; (3) the Educational Specialist degree, now…

This report discusses the Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP), the primary purpose of which is to expand equal educational opportunities to the economically and educationally disadvantaged youth of New York State (1) who are graduates of approved high schools or holders of a New York State high school equivalency diploma, and (2) who are…

This report summarizes the status of the 1970-71 Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP), and the Search for Education, Elevation, and Knowledge (SEEK) programs in the public and non-public colleges and universities in New York State. The major aims of the programs are to encourage economically and educationally disadvantaged students to enter…

The point of view is taken that the issues of open admissions and programs for the disadvantaged can only be resolved if careful consideration is given to the desired objectives of the higher educational system: i.e., should we strive for outcomes that are egalitarian, elitist, remedial or what, and to the long-term implications of these various…

This document presents an outline and discussion of a summer training program held at Kentucky State College for professors interested in the field of Afro-American studies. The objectives of the institute were: to provide college and university faculty with basic qualifications for teaching Afro-American history; to prepare them to give competent…

A weekend language camp for secondary school students of Russian, attended by 125 students and teachers, is described. Tips for organization of such a camp are given. (RM)

The article discusses the use of a physiothon, or marathon conducted by the physical education department of a college, to inform students about ideas, career choices, and developments in physical education. (CD)

The author states that vocational education has something to offer all students, including the gifted and talented. He notes possible vocational curriculum approaches for these students and presents 16 methods and techniques for special experiences within a regular program or in special programs. (MF)

A multivariate method for evaluating the appropriateness of program placement in an institution for the mentally retarded was tested with 181 institution residents. (Author)

Reports on the two-year experience of a foster home program for retarded children undertaken by a state agency as an alternative to placement in mini-institutions or group homes in residential communities throughout the state. (BR)

The author reviews the history of vocational education legislation. He argues that reauthorization of the Carl D. Perkins Vocational Education Act of 1984 will continue the social legislation trend of the past 25 years and that vocational educators should remain open to upcoming changes. (CH)