A brief resume of the Bakke case is offered, including its principal features, as well as some observations with respect to its immediate implications for the academic community. Included are discussions of the instability of the Supreme Court decision, two countervailing possibilities, and the constitutionality of racial quotas. (LBH)

Efforts of college and university classics departments to increase enrollments, evaluate teaching methods, and introduce new courses are reported. A cooperative program between Brooklyn College and CUNY, the Summer Latin and Greek Institute, is described. (LBH)

As the numbers of adult students in higher education continue to grow, their needs have become increasingly apparent. It is suggested that, unless the best people and best institutions pay close attention to them, "less-than-reputable" institutions will do so, with damaging results to students and standards. (Author/LBH)

How can teachers break down the idea among employers that the Certificate of Secondary Education is a second-rate examination? Reports on a pilot scheme which gives the general public an opportunity to assess children's CSE work for themselves. (Editor)

Describes the objectives of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools as well as its immediate problems such as legislative interference, teacher negotiation and the revision of standards for membership in the association. Also considers the most significant research of the commission on colleges. (Author/RK)

Tests that require high school students to demonstrate minimum skills for graduation are challenged, tough campaigns are being started to check student violence, profit-making schools are growing in popularity, and new efforts are made to halt the continuing decline in the study of foreign languages. (Editor/RK)

Although strongly supported by those aware of the movement, the "Back to Basics" approach in education is not clearly defined. Problems in interpreting the concept, determining basic competencies, and implementing such a program on a statewide basis are explored. (JMD)

Issues raised by academics concerning proposals to merge three N.S.W. universities and their neighboring teachers' colleges between 1969 and 1975 include: the role of universities vis-a-vis colleges of advanced education, competition for students, N.S.W. Department of Education, teacher training, academic standards, finance, site planning, and…

A new program for testing basic skills at the higher education level has been developed by the New Jersey Basic Skills Council. However, there is concern on how the tests will be reported, whether students will opt for private colleges since this requirement applies to public colleges only, and on how the data will be used. Also discusses what the…

The staggering growth of higher education in Brazil has affected academic performance, income levels, the labor market, and student aspirations as well as the political perspective of the authoritarian regime. Implications of broader access to education and of student activism are discussed. (LBH)

The Springfield Project was developed to insure that students leaving the school system with a high school diploma have adequate mastery of basic skills. Describes the development of the project, a summary report on mathematics competencies as well as reading, language arts, and English competencies and evaluates the current status of the project.…

Examines the legal status of regional and programmatic accrediting organizations in American higher education, reviewing relevant court decisions. Considers the quasi-public role of accrediting organizations and their relationship to the U.S. Office of Education and other government agencies. (JG)

Innovation should not be allowed to reduce academic standards and interfere with the correct evaluation of student performance. Traditional education along with limited, proven innovative concepts should yield far better results. (Author)

This article is a detailed description of the establishment of a competency based health education program in a college. (JD)

Problems in maintaining high academic standards in established veterinary schools are discussed in this speech. Mechanisms used to attract and keep high caliber faculty are described, including fostering an atmosphere of academic freedom and excellence that will encourage leadership. (LBH)