The "Planning Wheel" is an evolution of the original Systems Approach Model (SAM) that was introduced in 1986 by Murk and Galbraith. Unlike most current planning models, which are linear in design and concept, the Planning Wheel bridges the gap between linear and nonlinear processes. The "Program Planning Wheel" is designed to…

The CEU provides a systematized measuring mechanism useful to both the participant and the sponsoring institution in adult noncredit programs. Seven criteria for developing a CEU program are recommended, and the need for more adequate recordkeeping, uses in professional relicensing, and the development of additional guidelines are discussed. (MW)

The study investigated the utilization of self-actualization concepts in the development of educational programs to aid successful adjustment in retirement, and determined that self-actualizing concepts are definitely involved with successful adjustment to retirement. (Author/AG)

Article lists the major factors inhibiting the progress of adult education and calls upon all educators to do whatever is in their power to help adults meet their basic educational needs now and in the future. (GB)

Considered the private junior college, which, if it hopes to survive, must examine its marketing and recruiting practices. (Author/RK)

Discusses methods of teaching illiterate adults and cites the need to develop methodologies and fresh approaches to achieve effectiveness. (GB)

Article describes the dilemma of adult learners and makes suggestions for improving community change. (GB)

Huntsville, Alabama, is known chiefly in connection with rocketry, but many local citizens think first of its work in adult education. (Editor)

The author describes a UNESCO program to achieve functional literacy which has been especially successful in Tanzania with the cooperation of that country's government. Instructional programs must be designed for the illiterate adult with an emphasis on oral communication. (AG)

Describes the Association of Finnish Cities and Towns as an organization that enhances the cooperation and administration of municipal matters, including adult education, in the cities and boroughs of Finland. (GB)

Advertisements in Savannah, Georgia, newspapers from 1765 through 1789 offered adults leisure-related topics for learning such as drawing, language, music and self-defense through private venture schools. (DS)

Presents a program for preparing mature men and women for the General Examinations of the College-Level Examination Program. (RK)