The author, the first female president of the Association of Continuing Higher Education, comments on the current status of women in that organization. Her history of women's involvement begins with the members' spouses who attended the meetings. She also discusses a 1975 survey on women in continuing higher education. (CH)

The author traces the educational activities of adults in colonial America back to their British counterparts. (CH)

Describes the elements of an on-site, international program for adult learners, including (1) structured group activities; (2) time for reflection and introspection, (3) unstructured free time, and (4) addressing expectations of adult learners. (CH)

Discusses the organization of postsecondary continuing education. Topics covered include (1) societal movements affecting continuing education, (2) popular patterns of organization, and (3) significant organizational characteristics and capacities needed by continuing education programs. (CH)

The strategic planning process of the University System of Georgia Independent Study program includes assessment of undergraduate curriculum, credit equivalency, and enrollment rate; nationwide, faculty, and student surveys on technology in course delivery; and environmental scanning. Negotiation of various interests is an important part. (SK)