The responses of 68 out of approximately 150 adult educators in regions throughout Canada to a questionnaire regarding the importance and development of adult education in Canada are summarized. Their voting on the 14 most significant adult education programs are presented. (JB)

Consideration must be given to the needs of future higher education and to the expansion of part-time study and continuing education. (JB)

The author discusses the andragogical process and its application to distance education through stages involving: conducive learning climate, mutual planning, self-diagnosis, formulation of objectives, general design, selection of techniques and materials, and evaluation procedures. Teaching strategies focus on group discussion, media, and tutors.…

The author provides a personal view of the qualities and conditions that contribute to becoming a successful continuing education programer by examining the various competencies which can improve one's effectiveness and stature within the organization. (Author/BP)

Drawing on the behavioral sciences, the author outlines alternative modes of structuring and organizing an extension unit. The advantages and disadvantages of several organizational design options, the purposes and management of the temporary task force, and some general guidelines for making organizational design decisions are discussed.…

With increased campus interest in continuing education subject matter, departments are assuming roles which were previously the exclusive domain of extension departments. In examining this situation, the author proposes an organizational and functional model whereby both the university and adult student body may be best served. (Author/BP)

General university goals, especially that of public service, presumably legitimize extension's function. Various reasons are examined to determine why extension units are not accorded greater hierarchical status and fiscal support. Several implications for policy strategy are identified. (Author/BP)

The article presents the results of an application of the authors' economic model for evaluating general interest adult education programs. Available from: Extension Division, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon S7N OWO. (MW)

The article compares past differences and speculates about future differences in continuing education of French-speaking and English-speaking universities in Canada. (The article is written in French.) Available from: Extension Division, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon S7N OWO. (Author)

Offering a brief review of resource documents, the author poses a challenge for adult educators to make the history of adult education in Canada more accessible to those who have an interest in it. Available from: Extension Division, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon S7N OWO. (Author/MW)

The article questions current university practice of separating or ignoring the needs of part-time students in planning and budgeting. Available from: Extension Division, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon S7N OWO. (Author/MW)

Data from four Ontario universities form the basis for the report on non-credit continuing education in that province, delineating the level of activity in each university through registration levels, program scope, and participation rates. Available from: Extension Division, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon S7N OWO. (Author/MW)

Examines selected problems of cooperation between continuing education units and other organizations: (1) increased time to get things done; (2) organizational politics; and (3) different organizational outlooks and cultures. Argues against entering into cooperative ventures without being aware of difficulties and costs. (JOW)

This study investigated educational opportunities and participant course selection within a public sector tuition waiver program for full-time employees. Found that the typical participant was female; married; 30-39 years old; in a semi-professional, secretarial, or technical position; with one to four years service; and earned between $20,000 and…

Discusses the Athabasca University (Alberta) Women's Studies program. Includes information about the distance delivery methods used, characteristics and needs of students, strengths and weaknesses of delivery methods, and the implications for the practice of university continuing education. (JOW)