The objectives of this study were to: (1) develop a rationale and structure for quantifying individual demands of people for vocational education, (2) demonstrate a method of quantifying these demands, and (3) develop a set of guidelines for administratores at State and local levels for determining individual demand for vocational education.…

Attempts to predict the number of British students likely to seek places in higher education in the future are briefly described and their methods of prediction analyzed. It is argued that future numbers cannot be predicted reliably since there has been no identifiable regular pattern from which to make a prediction. (Author/LBH)

Examines the status of higher education within the nonproduction sphere in the Soviet economy. Higher education does not directly produce material goods, but its role in training the work force is critical in maintaining a modern, productive economy. (AV)

To maintain their leadership in occupational programming in today's competitive postsecondary market, community colleges must (1) examine and cope with issues identified by industry, (2) explore alternatives to course and degree programming, (3) develop and use outcome measures, and (4) base programming decisions on coordinated data. (RT)

By 1975 most West European Countries were experiencing a deceleration or halt in the rapid growth of applications and enrollments that had characterized the 1960's and early 1970's. Statistical trends in Austria, Norway, Denmark, Finland, the Federal Republic of Germany, Greece, and the Netherlands are summarized, with Sweden treated as a case…

Proposes a production-demand framework for explaining national schooling expenditures, teacher-student ratios, and male and female school enrollment rates across countries. Data for 89 countries for 1960-1980 are used to estimate the effects of real incomes per adult, the relative price of teachers, urbanization, and other factors on enrollment…

The levying of taxes for nonelementary education was first legalized in Great Britain under the Technical Instruction Act of 1889. The act's impact on the successful establishment of evening classes and vocational training in the Wallasey Borough of Cheshire during the years following the act's passage is described in this article. (PGD)

The evolving structure of the national economy and its reflection of the changing demography of our society will affect future demand for higher education. However, the situation is complex and the key may be the preservation of variety and quality in higher education. (MSE)

The American undergraduate curriculum has historically been designed to meet the twin goals of intellectual advancement and utility, constantly replacing outdated curricula with new ones. The current challenge is to stretch the traditions of inquiry and scholarship to meet new marketplace demands. (MSE)

Many criticisms of the transfer function focus on the decline in numbers of students transferring from community colleges to four-year institutions. This criticism, insofar as it stems from the number or rate of students transferring in a study done in California, is unfounded. (Author/MLW)

Examines the effects of worldwide economic crisis periods on the educational system. Suggests the decline of public education finance is independent of economic decline. States that the crises affecting public education finance will last and must be bolstered by new financing methods concurrent with new technologies for transmitting knowledge.…

Reviews two elasticity of demand papers in this "Economics of Education Review" issue. Refutes C.F. Chang and H.P. Tuckman's interpretation of college faculty substitution trends, attributing changes in rank distribution to academic hiring and promotion patterns. Affirms G.A. Chressanthis' class standing results and recommendation of a…

The application of marketing principles to nursing education and the need for research into the applicant market are discussed for nursing education programs, effective recruiting techniques, prediction of student success in nursing education, program quality, and the current and future nursing market. (Author/MSE)

The power and authority of the graduate school can affect the quality of graduate programs in schools of education and the freedom to innovate them. Schools of education are creating programs in nontraditional areas, establishing relationships with other departments, and recruiting and supporting students outside school-related areas. (Author/MLW)

Schools do not exist in a vacuum and neither do people. That fact is propelling the U.S. toward a national policy on lifelong learning. Provisions of the Senate Lifelong Learning Bill are included. (LBH)