Describes a study conducted in southeastern Washington to determine public opinion regarding several educational options. Compares study results obtained through structured interviews with adult residents at a randomly selected sample of households with results obtained by mailing questionnaires to all remaining households in the area. (AYC)

Presents data from a national study of professional development programs for two-year college occupational faculty regarding part-time faculty perceptions of the form, topics, and delivery methods of professional development activities at their colleges, and incentives offered for participation. Compares perceptions of full- and part-time faculty.…

Compares Adult Basic Education (ABE) in North Carolina where ABE is administered by community colleges and Virginia where ABE is delivered by the public school system. Reports differences in student recruitment, class scheduling, availability of facilities, commitment of institutional leadership, and program funding. Makes recommendations. (DMM)

Describes a study comparing the perceptions of Virginia state senators and community college presidents regarding the importance of state funding of 31 activities. Senators and presidents agreed on 13 goal areas as important recipients of state funding, including the provision of associate degree programs, entry-level vocational training, and…