The process of searching for, designing, and implementing program alternatives in physical education is discussed. Presented are: (1) a model which may be followed in the development of an alternative program; (2) exemplary outcomes of this approach as presented to a large suburban school district; and (3) a format for writing a curriculum. (CJ)

Describes the development and implementation of the American/Icelandic Music Curriculum Project. The project's goal was to improve elementary and secondary music literacy through sequential music activities and to create guidelines to assist educators in preparing music curricula. A four-stage model for music curriculum design is discussed. (AM)

Outlines similarities and differences in the nature, structure, operation, perspectives, and problems of six graduate programs in applied sociology: Wright State University, Kent State University, University of Pittsburgh, University of Maryland/Baltimore County, Drake University, and Washington State University. (DB)

Describes the development of a community college journalism curriculum that, among other accomplishments, increased course offerings from nine to 19 hours and moved from the English program to a separate mass communications division. (AEA)

Focuses on the need for school-community-government cooperation in energy curricula and reviews various programs which have been developed in the field of energy education. Objectives, elements of various programs, and resources are identified. (Author/DB)

Discusses the various types of technical assistance requested of Gateway Technical Institute by foreign countries. Details a project between Gateway and Indonesia on facility and curriculum development. (JOW)

Several areas of concern are noted in the emerging national movement toward programs for mathematically gifted students. Four areas of current needs that could be better addressed which would greatly expedite current efforts are noted. (MP)

The development of a humanities based program in which English, social studies, math, and science were interrelated for senior high gifted students is described. A sample unit on Greek civilization is included to illustrate the range of activities in philosophy, science, literature, mathematics, and art. (CL)

A model for change is currently being tested in a collaborative effort between a national research center and a large school district: the Research and Development Center for Teacher Education at the University of Texas at Austin and the Jefferson County, Colorado, Public School District. (Author/MLF)

The article describes the components of individualized education programs for gifted students and reviews some considerations prerequisite to their development. (Author/DLS)

Describes reasons for doing a needs assessment, proper procedure for completing a needs assessment, and what should be done after a needs assessment is completed. (RK)

This discussion of educational changes needed for conversion to the metric system includes ways in which the local curriculum committee can efficiently facilitate the changeover in teaching and in materials. (TA)

Describes what journalism programs can do to help minority students have a satisfying collegiate experience while preparing them in the profession. Uses a modified Delphi technique to design a model program that encompasses all aspects of collegiate education in journalism. (RS)

The paper describes the steps necessary to integrate a preschool program to increase least restrictive environment options for preschoolers with developmental handicaps, and reviews the case study of one preschool undergoing integration. Described are the rationale for change, the change process, daily activity schedule, and sample continuums for…