This document reports the working papers of a research project designed to develop quantitative management techniques applicable to the university environment. The University of Copenhagen was selected as the target institution for the research. Presentation of the papers is divided into four parts: introduction, general information and overview…

Peace Corps programing trends outlined in this manual indicate the need to balance the more personal and social aspects of volunteer service with purely technical job performance by developing the role of generalists, or AB liberal arts graduates. Topics covered in the manual are titled "A New Look at the Generalist,""A Look at the…

In 1973, a provisional embargo in fine arts by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities mandated an internal study before new graduate programs could be funded. The Council of Ontario Universities' recommendations for dance, film, and theater and drama are: that masters' programs be initiated at York University (dance, film, theater, studio art),…

A program of simultaneous curriculum change in ten Indonesian medical schools is described, in which 75 percent of the departments are using sets of instructional objectives for both teaching and evaluating student performance. An "Educational Bureau" at each school serves as a kind of research and development unit. (Author/LBH)

A preliminary examination is undertaken of the idea of an international university and its historical development within recent years with reference to the United Nations University and an inter-African university. The U.N. University is becoming a reality; an international African university is still in a formative stage. (SW)

A review of the history and current status of both the predoctoral dental curriculum and general dentistry programs gives insight into the nature and scope of the movement to make postdoctoral dental education a requirement. (MSE)

Because of high unemployment, western European governments have created temporary employment, provided on-the-job training, and helped the unemployed set up businesses. The authors examine initiatives to illustrate types of employment programs and discuss how the schemes are designed, implemented, and financed by looking at structure, content, and…

The paper describes the development, content, and evaluation of an indigeniously produced video training package in the developing country of Zimbabwe which is designed for local personnel (nurses, nurses' aides, trainee nurses, and teachers) working with severely retarded and multiply handicapped children and young adults. (DB)

Results of a survey of 201 Australian college and university administrators concerning the need for an interdisciplinary professional training program for college planners and the importance of various planning functions and areas of knowledge for these officers are presented and discussed. Aspects of the survey itself are examined. (MSE)

Discusses the increased demand for French immersion teachers, the concomitant demand for improved teacher education programs, and the joint efforts of the University of Manitoba's faculty of education and French department to create a course for senior students and practicing teachers to meet these needs. (MSE)

This guide promotes the use of natural supports to assist individuals with severe disabilities. The first two sections review the development of natural supports in the workplace, including changes in perspectives on the role of persons with disabilities, utilization issues, and the definition of natural supports. A seven-step process reflecting…

This case study describes the recent development of two housing co-ops "Courtyard" and "CHORD," in Toronto (Ontario, Canada) that are inclusive of people with disabilities, that is, the co-ops were developed by people with disabilities, their families, and friends. Focus is on components utilized in the planning and development…

The Peace Corps Programming and Training System (PATS) manual is designed to help field staff members of the Peace Corps train volunteers. This supplement to the PATS manual was developed to provide complementary information about key aspects of Peace Corps programming and training for agriculture. It is intended for individuals involved in Peace…

The Peace Corps Programming and Training System (PATS) manual is designed to help field staff members of the Peace Corps train volunteers. This supplement to the PATS manual was developed to provide complementary information about key aspects of Peace Corps programming and training for women in development. It is intended for individuals involved…

This study evaluates the significance of John Dewey's 1924 visit to Turkey and the subsequent reports and recommendations Dewey prepared regarding the Turkish educational system. The study analyzes the 30 pages of reports from 1924 from both historical and contemporary perspectives. Dewey's first report addressed better teacher training and the…