This collection contains papers dealing with contemporary issues in and techniques for justifying and promoting home economics education. The following papers by Susan F. Weiss are included: "The Trend of Power Decentralization,""Entrepreneurship," and "Working Successfully with an Advisory Committee." Catherine T. Love wrote the following papers for the collection: "The Need for Effective Communication,""The Quality of Education,""The Impact of Unemployment on Home and Family Life,""Energy Conservation,""Changes in Family Form,""Female Career Development,""Public Relations," and "Trade-Offs and Pay-Offs." The following papers are also included: "The Impact of Increased Fitness Concerns on Nutrition in the Family," by Katherine Smalley; "Teenage Pregnancy," by Eileen McDaniel; "Economic Literacy" and "Impact of Advanced Technology on the Home and Daily Life," both by Ellen Carlos; "Needs Assessment," by Jan Tucker; and "Networking for a Comprehensive Program," by Dorothy E. Pomraning. Figures and reference lists are included, as well as five sample questionnaires regarding needs assessment. (MN)