The great changes in the educational level and opportunities for Soviet women since the revolution are described. (DE)

On the premise that each institution must conceive its own role in American higher education, none trying to be all things to all people, guidelines are given for institutional self-examination in areas related to universal access, and seven recommendations regarding nontraditional learning concepts are suggested for decision and action. (JT)

The massive expansion of full-time education after school has more than doubled the places available in less than a decade. What form of educational provision is best equipped to give students an accurate picture of the opportunities available in higher education? (Editor)

This article identifies four undeveloped opportunities for facilitating student learning based on assumptions about individual differences, cognitive functioning, and affective learning. A complex, growth-oriented view of social work education is emphasized. (Editor)

Are U. S. schools the new immigrant's escalator to riches and the good life? The verdict is oddly mixed. (Editor)

One in seven New Zealanders is now 60 or older, and by the turn of the century the figure is expected to be one in five. Based on the admittedly incomplete information that is available, the majority of elderly New Zealanders live in their own homes, do not experience excessive financial hardships, and are not physically or mentally disabled.…

Do Mexico's schools provide geographic learning opportunities to students and does equal opportunity to learn exist? The site for this study was Baja California's school district of Ensenada. Geographic education in urban primary and secondary schools was examined. School administrators and select teachers from 40 schools were asked about time…

In developing countries, the demand for educational dollars is greater than the supply. Priorities must be selected for open higher education in both methods and subject matter. Developing countries should give a higher priority to vocational education. Since well before World War II, distance education has been available in New Zealand.…

This bibliography provides brief annotations of 12 journal articles, project reports, and books on programs for dropout pregnant and parenting adolescents. Most of the documents cited describe particular programs in American cities. (KH)

This paper identifies and discusses inequities in the educational system of Papua New Guinea (PNG). It begins by explaining the use of the Gini coefficient as an equity index, and then discusses inequities and equity trends in four concern areas: geographic distribution of formal education between provinces; educational achievement; distribution…

A new, national program of merit scholarships for college-bound students is advocated. The objective would be to identify students, who on the basis of high school accomplishments, show promise of making an exceptional contribution to the country, as judged by panels of business and education leaders. This national effort, which would provide…

Reasons for an open admissions policy in North Dakota, results of this policy, and future considerations are discussed. While graduates of accredited/approved high schools are eligible for college admission to institutions in the state, restrictions exist for out-of-state students. More than 40 programs across the state restrict enrollment, based…

There is a growing awareness among students that public relations internships provide not only a means for testing skills, but also valuable experience that can be placed on a resume. This has created keen competition among students for internships, thereby providing practitioners with a considerable talent pool from which to select competent…

This document describes a curriculum framework for a planning process that should be undertaken by local education agencies (LEAs) and institutions in Great Britain. It suggests a focus on the curriculum that synthesizes existing plans, unifies programs, and emphasizes planning for learning and learners. The next section proposes that the scheme,…

This directory was developed from responses of 73 colleges and universities to a survey conducted by the Association for Specialists in Group Work to ascertain the amount and kinds of instruction offered in group counseling. Items chosen for use in the directory include: the level at which the program is taught and the number of courses at each…