The pedagogical system for programmed teaching consists of four components: (1) specify what is to be learned; (2) specify procedures in instruction; (3) observe acquired information; and (4) consequate student performance. Suggestions for achieving these objectives are offered. (LBH)

Investigates the reasons for students' failure in an introductory volumetric analysis course by analyzing test papers and judging them against a hypothetical ideal method of grading laboratory techniques. (GA)

Discusses how the International System (SI) abbreviations for numerical factors designated as prefixes may be treated in quantity calculus as free-standing algebraic symbols. Illustrative examples are also presented. (HM)

Summarizes what has been done at Oregon State University in formulating a definition of the university's purpose, standards, and values, and proposes what still needs to be done. (Author/PG)

Describes an interdisciplinary research project on production of food or fodder yeast from sewage. Indicates the presence of satisfactory educational and experimental results in operation of a pilot plant. (CC)

Science education courses often become tedious for prospective elementary school teachers to teach. A program is described in which the main emphasis is on experimental work and autoinstructional methods with a contract grading system. (PS)

Changes in the churches and in higher education today are leading to new kinds of roles in campus ministry for laypersons and professional staff. Traditionally, the campus minister has been a direct service provider, with parish clergy and laypersons functioning in secondary back-up roles. These traditional roles are currently being challenged by…

In 1984, a telephone survey was conducted to determine community awareness of Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC); to compare findings with results of a similar survey conducted in 1977; and to gain ideas on what additional courses respondents would like PVCC to offer. A random sample of 873 subjects was selected, representing 6.5% of the…

A project was conducted at Spokane Community College to identify the electronics competencies required of entry-level employees in several occupations. The methodology included surveying advisory committee members and faculty members representing a variety of vocational programs at the college, and direct contact with industry. Through these…

A study was conducted at Rancho Santiago College (RSC) District campuses to determine the extent to which the college provides a welcoming, receptive, inclusive, friendly, and non-hostile environment for students of special groups, including minority students, older students, women students, and disabled students. Five areas of study related to an…

These proceedings, presented in English and French, summarize a seminar on the present and future of adult education programs in Quebec. Six Quebec universities were represented. The conference was opened by Dr. Pierre Simon, who introduced the theme and rationale of the day-long workshop. Dr. Charles Bertrand welcomed the participants,…

A group of 33 individuals toured the People's Republic of China and the Soviet Union under auspices of People-to-People International. Physics education in and general impressions of these two countries as well as problems and values associated with this kind of travel program are discussed. (JN)

A sample of 1,190 transfer and occupational students enrolled in four community colleges were administered the Rotter Internal-External Scale (I-E Scale) and asked to report their college program (transfer or occupational), their sex, their age (below 20, 21-25, and above 25), and their marital status (married or single). The I-E Scale measured…

This yearbook has 18 chapters written by selected experts on business education and the international scene. The chapters are organized into four parts. Part I, "Global Perspectives in Business Education," includes two chapters: "Internationalizing the Business Education Curriculum" (LaNeta L. Carlock); and "The International Marketplace" (Jo…

Two tests were administered to 87 students at the third through fifth levels of English as a second language (with emphasis on scientific education) at the Center for the Teaching of Foreign Languages of the Autonomous Metropolitan University. Test I consisted of 25 multiple choice and true/false reading comprehension questions based on a…