Included in the document are: a paper entitled "The Formation of an International Network of Adult Education Documentation Centers"; a book review; a 33-item bibliography of selected works on functional literacy; a 178-item bibliography on selected projects, arranged by country; extracts of three documents which contain sections on literacy; and…

The greatest rationale for the newly emergent Continuing Education Unit (CEU) is the ease and universality with which it may be applied to existing programs of continuing education. It is time now to get on with applications of the CEU that are built upon user aspirations and lead to meaningful programs of recognition that are equally acceptable…

As the proceedings of a national seminar on individualized adult science education, a total of 13 articles is compiled in this volume concerning the theory and techniques of curriculum development and the individualization process in upgrading Canadian science courses. The topics include: The Characteristics and Formulation of Behavioral…

An overview of past developments and trends which have had an impact on what is occurring at the present time in student personnel services for adults is presented. The intent was to establish some basis for current and future trends. The author contends that the development of student personnel services for adults in higher education has been…

To aid those concerned with community education, this 82-citation bibliography cites books, articles, and periodicals. (DB)

A general outline for a model guidance and counseling program for adults enrolled in a basic education program is provided. Items covered are: general outline of the special experimental study, personnel structure, duties of the study team, agencies, institutions, departments and individuals to be used for resource assistance; teachers'…

The substance of four studies is presented to aid in identifying and analyzing the concept of continuing education and showing its practical implications. The first paper, "Continuing Education and the Educational System in France," by Joffre Dumazedier, shows the various sectors of education and its functions in France and also its inadequacies.…

This is the text of the initial proposal to service disadvantaged urban adults through compensatory academic education and life coping skills. The publication includes a discussion of the general problem of today's disadvantaged adult, a brief description of the proposed program, a historical retrospect and a bibliography. The major aim of the…

The status and goals of adult education programs in Brazil are discussed in this report. Supplemental systems such as the Brazilian Literacy Movement (Mobral) and their results are described and evaluated. Charts detailing the evolution of literacy are shown and priorities in education are suggested. The progress of other educational entities is…

This speech describes community education, outlines its benefits, and gives a history of its implementation in Utah. According to the author, the community-centered school provides academic and skill development for children, youth, and adults; furnishes supervised recreational and avocational instruction; supplies remedial and supplemental…

A preparatory course and a three-week study safari to Tanzania were conducted jointly by the University of Southampton and Nottingham University. The course sought to increase the participants' understanding of Tanzania's geography, economy, politics, education, and social systems. The actual visit is also described. (Author/EC)

A discussion of senior citizen education needs and a description of an experimental program that involves field trips at Long Beach City College for elderly to study geography. (ND)

Continuing education programs operate year-round at hundreds of colleges and universities, and most focus soberly on solid academic subjects, especially in the summer. The author describes some of the courses being taught throughout the United States. (Author/RK)

The factors affecting long-term participation in exercise training programs are examined, and educational and motivational suggestions are presented for the exercise leader or fitness program coordinator to use in order to stimulate interest and enthusiasm among program participants. (MM)

The rapid changes in society during the last few decades have magnified the importance of leisure time recreation. Educating people for the recreative use of leisure is an opportunity and a challenge to adult education. This article examines the basic criteria and possible activities for an adult leisure time educational program. (EM)