Describes professional training programs available to electric co-op employees through the National Rural Electric Cooperative, including key account executive certification, loss control internship program, certified rural electric communicator, rural electric apprenticeship program, certified purchasing manager, and professional in human…

For all the arguments for using computer-based drill in urban classrooms, both urban and suburban students should use computers for data collection and analysis, daily writing, and problem solving. Child development follows a universal pattern: children learn when opportunities to learn open up to them. A sidebar furnishes tips for using classroom…

The economic union of the European Community will have a profound effect on educational opportunities available to adults. Differences among member states in the educational and vocational guidance provided to adults must be addressed to develop the flexible and sophisticated systems that will be demanded. (SK)

Post-literacy efforts depend on the design of a literate environment that ensures adequate opportunities for application of literacy skills. Literacy programs can combine local resource management skills with cultural or political revitalization programs that mobilize human resources. Post-literacy must include primary school leavers and must pay…

Examined educational and occupational aspirations of secondary school students in Grenada following 1983 American intervention. Questionnaire data from 729 students revealed that Grenadian students had exceptionally and unrealistically high aspirations. Opportunity structure in Grenada was found to be very limited compared to that in United…

The article explores ways of identifying and measuring inequality of access to higher education in Nigeria, explains the identified pattern of inequality (university development and, therefore, access is concentrated in Southern Nigeria), and offers suggestions on effective ways of reducing the observed inequality. (DB)

Describes the efforts of the Hangzhou Youth and Children's Center to develop children's skills and interests while educating them in socialist politics and morality. Concludes that recent economic reforms intended to expedite modernization have brought about an elitist educational system, subjugating egalitarian ideals. (KO)

Analyzes young people's attitudes to the Youth Training Scheme (YTS). Describes longitudinal and historical change associated with the development of the YTS. The data show some historical improvement in attitudes to YTS, while longitudinal improvement is small. Concludes that there is a very modest return on the massive expenditure for the…

The structure of the American school system is viewed as an embodiment and source of fluidity of class boundaries. Community colleges are seen as an expression of characteristics of the educational system which reinforces the ideology that it is never too late for talent to reveal itself and be rewarded. (Author/MSE)

Surveyed 316 men and women from 3 age categories (20-29, 35-55, and 65 or older) about their major regrets and priorities in life. The most frequently cited regrets were related to missed educational opportunities and failure to have been more assertive and to have taken more risks. Differences were found between age groups; gender differences…

School reform proponents and educators often disagree concerning the achievement of educational excellence. Points of friction develop around quality judgments, leadership roles, the success-failure continuum, "guaranteed" results, and financial commitment. The common ground supporting educators and outside reformers is the desire for students to…

A survey received 1,608 responses from 2,150 employees of a Canadian professional services firm. Women and men reported similar opportunities for on-the-job development and continuous learning, but women were less satisfied and more prone to turnover, suggesting that career development opportunities translate to more challenging work or promotions…

Describes Homebound Learning Opportunities, innovative health promotion and educational outreach service for homebound older adults and their caregivers. Notes that program provides over 125 topics for individualized learning programs delivered to participants in homes, audiovisual lending library, educational television programing, and peer…

Notes that one reason Head Start has been so successful is the program's requirement that parents and guardians get involved, which often inspires parents to believe in further possibilities for themselves and for those around them. Presents stories describing the circumstances, struggles, and victories of four women who found in Head Start…

Presents results of a survey of school superintendents concerning impacts of school choice. Cites improved parent participation, interdistrict competition, educational opportunities for those of limited means, and identification of districts needing special services as reasons favoring parental choice. Reports that superintendents identified…