A survey of faculty development practices in Canadian universities, the extent of their use, and their estimated effectiveness is reported. Traditional practices were the most common, although some of the least used practices were judged most effective. The most pressing need was for instructional rather than personal or organizational…

Experience with U.S. postsecondary consortia is reviewed, current Canadian consortia are described, and the advantages and disadvantages in engaging in formal interinstitutional ties are examined. It is concluded that the potential usefulness of consortia in Canada warrants further investigation. (MSE)

A study of goals as perceived by the presidents and board chairpersons compares their perceptions of existing and preferred goals and compares perceptions according to respondents' positions and the region, age, and size of the institutions. Perceptions were found to be similar, with process goals higher than traditional outcome goals. (MSE)

A profile of deans in Canadian higher education (their background, career patterns, role characteristics, and professional development needs) is presented. Data were collected by a questionnaire mailed to all deans and directors in public degree-granting institutions in Canada. Deans were found to be much like their professional colleagues.…