This paper focuses on the way that information from a field test of any new curriculum can be used by an administrator to implement it into a school or group of schools. Suggestions relate to estimating students' knowledge, skills, and attitudes, and to measuring the extent to which a curriculum is implemented. These factors are considered with…

Skills and competencies needed for success in a four-year college program are discussed, based on an assessment of the Nevada Joint Council on College Preparation. The Council advocates that high school students take a sound course of basic academic subjects to prepare for college. The minimum courses that are recommended are as follows: 4 years…