This laboratory training model developed out of the observed difficulties students were having in bridging the gap between classroom and the field. Describes methods, techniques, structure and evaluation of two laboratories, set up as a neutral setting for students to practice their communication skills. (Editor/PG)

This paper describes the results of a study of community college learning resource centers as they exist today and examines some emerging functions which point toward the role of the center in the future. (DC)

Offering an overview of the Chinese experience in the field of literacy, standards, basic policies of mass education, political incentive, and language complexity are topics considered. Literacy programs, particularly the project in Tachai, are examined and evaluated. (MW)

Each year, a million new illiterates are being added to the pool of 50 million illiterates in Pakistan. An adult and continuing education program is reviewed. Objectives and needs, program implementation, curriculum requirements, and the role of international cooperation are topics considered. (MW)

The article discusses trends developing in Canada's university continuing education programs for social services and reviews current literature and studies related to the field. Available from: Extension Division, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon S7N OWO. (MW)

Broad political and policy outlines of ten years of educational reform in West Germany are provided. (DE)

The evolution of political education in Germany from the late 19th century to the present is outlined. (DE)

Described attempts to interest Hawaiians in their own educational development through the Hawaiian Students' Research Project. (RK)

The author provides data on 29 countries to test the hypothesis of Durkheim, Marx, and Adam Smith that the division of labor and technological development lead to expanded education. The results support the above thesis. (Author/DE)

Article attempted to delineate the varying concepts of teacher training which found expression during the 1830s and 1840s, that is, during the formative period of colleges of education as we know them today. (Author/RK)

An overview of the ways nontraditional education uses alternative content, instructional procedures, locations, technical aids, and assessment to meet the needs of both old and new students. (Editor)

The new president of the International Council for Adult Education addresses a New Delhi workshop, setting forth the parameters within which participants should function as they address the objectives: preparation of (1) an adult educators' manual, and (2) a blueprint for the Asian Regional Institute for Adult Education. (AJ)

Describes a project to produce a series of laboratory manuals and instructional materials in which nuclear experiments are presented for the undergraduate advanced laboratory. The manuals are being compiled in the areas of physics, chemistry, geology and environmental sciences. (BR)

The emergence of the "polyvalent" secondary school in Quebec Province is examined with approval in the article. Choice for the student is offered in four broad areas: languages, sciences, art, and technical courses. The schools offer a well-rounded education to all youths, not just to an elite. (Author/AJ)

This report describes Department of Education activities as those activities related to the six educational goals and expected outcomes for students established by the Alaska State Board of Education: (1) student achievement; (2) at-risk students; (3) professional development; (4) district administration; (5) support for public education; and (6)…