The question of whether the field of public administration education is prepared for the future of the public sector in Europe is a complex one, which needs to be unpacked to give a grounded answer. Unpacking this question means that there needs to be discussions on not just what educating the field of public administration means, but also…

The major elements of the industry-based planning process can be successfully applied to the development and implementation of international projects in educational institutions. International education programs share the following fundamental structural elements with business and industry: they compete in the market place, and exist by managing…

A statement is made on the desirability of expanding teacher education programs to prepare professionals who can work in other than school positions. It is argued that the field of human services needs personnel with the kind of training colleges of education are equipped to provide. (JD)

Discusses strategies used in conducting an educational program for infants and toddlers. Purposes of infant and toddler education and differences in infant versus preschool programing are discussed. (Author/RH)

Presents a four-step process for staff members interested in designing their own mastery learning program. (Author/JM)

Cooperative education should foster self-directed learning, reflective practice, and transformative learning; integrate school and work; offer collaborative experiences; ground experiences in adult learning theories; ensure relevant, meaningful experiences; use advanced technology and delivery models; be defined through program and curriculum; and…

Discusses several lessons from the past: the history of education should be a part of the preparation of teachers and administrators; the development of schools and colleges goes in cycles; and the unity of educational endeavor should be a concern for schools, colleges, and universities. (CT)

Outlines five stops that can strengthen technical writing courses and programs within departments of English. (HOD)

The responsibility of connecting theory and practice when developing physical education units falls on the teacher rather than on the theorist. The teacher is most familiar with the students and environment where the program takes place. Suggestions for connecting theory and practice are discussed. (DF)

Four characteristics of curriculum theory are proposed: (1) Curriculum theory focuses on content, aims, and program development in education; (2) Curriculum theory rationalizes procedures for curriculum construction; (3) Curriculum theory conceptualizes curricular phenomena; and (4) Curriculum theory attempts to explain curricular phenomena. (JN)

Older adults participate in education to fulfil coping, expressive, contributive, influence, and transcendence needs. Learning can promote sustained mental functioning and increase self-efficacy and social support. (Contains 15 references.) (SK)

The ability of debate coaches and instructors to define the goals of their activity is essential to any meaningful evaluation of success in achieving those goals. Much of the criticism of debate rests on the faulty assumption that coaches and instructors agree as to what they are trying to teach students. Numerous writers have addressed the…

The need for a "third dimension" of formative evaluation in reformulating the goals and design of new education programs is argued. The methods developed to meet this need in the context of the recently completed Florida Linkage System (FLS) project are briefly described. (Author/GK)

Argues that a college's international education program must be located within the institution's stated mission and purpose. Identifies three types of international programs and poses questions to help determine which option is most appropriate to a college. (DMM)

Advocates empowering students to help them take control of their lives. Provides specific ideas on how educators can facilitate this process. Uses concepts from humanistic education, group dynamics, Quaker thought and action, and experiential programing. (KS)