This article discusses the efficiency of the design of educational activities of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) in Ashaiman municipality in Ghana. Using a descriptive case study design, data was collected from seven (7) Community Based Groups in Ashaiman. The results of the study indicated that to a large extent, there was…

The National Commission for Mass Literacy, Adult and Non-Formal Education (NMEC) is the Federal Statutory Agency set up to co-ordinate all aspects of Non-Formal Education in Nigeria whether offered by government agencies or non-governmental organisations. This study looked at the existing Capacity Building Programme, the delivery methods, impact…

Action Learning can be effectively used in both large and small businesses and organizations by employees, stakeholders, or volunteers through this "learning by doing" approach to evaluate an issue or issues of importance to the organization. First developed in the 1940s, Action Learning has increasingly been used as a method to explore questions…

Describes the aim and content of adult education in the German democratic Republic, how it fits into the formal educational system, and how it promotes equity for women. (AV)

Suggests several alternative methods for teaching global education. Provides details on a community workshop designed to develop a set of general global statements upon which all workshop participants can agree. Information is presented on specific workshop goals and organizational techniques. (DB)

Discussed the up-grading of educational levels and vocational skills of adults in Alberta's Northwest through the use of Community Vocational Centres. (Author/RK)

This article provides a summary description and analysis of the evening course programs that are administered by the Division of Courses and Curricula (DCC) of the College of Continuing Education and Community Service (CCECS). (Author)

The International Council for Adult Education (ICAE) was founded in 1972 to promote comprehensive programs of adult education throughout the world. Its international cooperation efforts, administration, objectives, program activities, and priority areas are discussed. (LH)

In order to promote the growth of mutual understanding and cooperation among the peoples of Europe as well as developing greater communicative skills for adults the Council for Cultural Cooperation has been working to help create on a European scale the conditions for effective language learning by adults. (Author/RK)

Two articles discuss the organization and implementation of a one-week summer school designed for working class housewives in Belfast. The first article, Organize the Course, describes recruitment, staffing, and student characteristics and needs. The second article, planning the content, discusses the aims and content of the course. (EC)

The Adult Performance Level Study generates a pulse of activity that is sending adults back to school to acquire or sharpen basic skills. (Editor)

The first in a series of UNESCO studies entitled Experiments and Innovations in Education concerns an educational television project in Quebec. The project was conceived as the most economical and effective way of providing lifelong education for Quebec's undereducated adult population. Emphasized in the report is the importance in educational…

The Shah of Iran's Fifth Development Plan (1973-1978) which has specific educational objectives almost exclusively in adult education, is discussed in terms of business and industry, agriculture, a functional literacy experiment, culture, and future success of educational programs in Iran. (TA)

This entire issue is devoted to the topic of how the worker-peasant is educated in China. An historical overview is provided, the concept, policies, and objectives of worker-peasant education are examined, and programs are described. The important role played by the mass media in adult education is also examined. (RM)

In the Nordic countries, schooling for adults is a pastime, a passion, and a source of national strength. (Editor)