Describes the research, compilation, and organization of three bibliographies on bilingual language arts materials developed for Native Americans between 1890 and 1976. A chart provides population figures for a diversity of Native American language groups, number of speakers, and available materials (dictionaries, grammars, etc.) for each group.…

Until basic reference books and materials were developed and curriculum writers trained in the various Micronesian languages, bilingual education programs consisted of little more than ESL. The article describes the difficulties encountered and the procedures utilized for successful development of quality educational programs based on the mother…

Report analyzes some problems and issues confronting Asian and Pacific bilingual education raised in a study commissioned by the National Advisory Council on Bilingual Education. Areas examined include training and certification of bilingual education teachers, types of basic programs, and materials development, assessment and dissemination.…

Describes the development and field-testing of an interaction analysis instrument that focused on language usage and discussion skills development. Also presents background information related to such interaction analysis instruments for use in linguistically/culturally different settings and a rationale for development of effective teacher…

Presents a conceptualization of an anatomy of continuing medical education. It is suggested that a body of knowledge developed for continuing medical education may be useful with suitable modifications in the continuing education of health professionals other than physicians. (Available from University of California Press, Berkeley, CA 94720.)…

Describes a needs assessment model that offers practical suggestions to program planners in a multidisciplinary area of inquiry that is relatively new to continuing education in health sciences. (Available from University of California Press, Berkeley, CA 94720.) (Author/CT)

Provides a conceptual outline of marketing strategies that includes a Flexnerian approach to curriculum development. Concentrates on (1) the medical profession, especially the individual physician, and (2) the nation's large universities, with their science centers and medical schools. (Available from University of California Press, Berkeley, CA…

The transcripts of 154 adult graduates of a nontraditional Bachelor of Arts program were compared to those of 103 adults who became inactive. The results indicate that both the background of the adult learner and the type of courses chosen for degree completion are predictors of success. (Author/MLW)

The problems and needs of adults returning for higher education are discussed. It is important for learning institutions and nontraditional programs to investigate the types and the scope of these problems and needs and the availability of support the student will receive from others to help overcome the problems. (Author/MLW)

A study to identify the needs of mature adults by use of a questionnaire sent to undergraduate faculty asking for their perceptions of adult students is discussed. Results indicate interest in the needs of the adult population but that there is little experience with this audience among the faculty. (Author/MLW)

The adaptation of experimental learning modes to the situation of the working adult student is examined. Special situations or problems unique to this group are illustrated, and methods of designing learning objectives and student reports are presented. Educational objectives and evaluation sheets are appended. (Author/MLW)

A rationale for learner-centered education and practical suggestions for the development of learning contracts based on individual objectives and attained skills are offered. The educator-as-learning-facilitator, developing the learner-facilitator relationship, and developing objectives are discussed. (Author/MLW)

A study of how students perceive experimental courses at Kent State University in terms of a liberal arts-cultural education versus a values-oriented education is reported. The results determine that subject matter interest was the prime motivation for students to enroll in experimental classes. (Author/MLW)

The issues surrounding faculty role and faculty development are addressed in the context of a nontraditional graduate program that maximizes opportunities for the use of experiential learning. Sponsored experiential learning provides one context through which adult developmental and intellectual goals may be simultaneously recognized and pursued.…

Defines three previously overlooked subpopulations of English proficient students (English superior, equally limited, non-English superior) in terms of their relative proficiency in English and the home language. Presents data and clarifies assessment terms, criteria, and procedures used in relative proficiency assessment. Makes program…