A good studio art program depends on a well-defined sequential curriculum, enough art materials to fit a diversity of talent, adequate time for instruction, sufficient space and support for curriculum development and innovation, informed administrators, and well-qualified, enthusiastic instructors. (Author)

The annotated bibliography contains approximately 60 citations (l973 - 1976) on programs, teaching methods and curriculum for gifted students. The bibliography is explained to be composed of citations from volume eight of Exceptional Child Education Resources. Entries are arranged according to accession number and usually provide information on…

In curriculum development at Oakton Community College, a number of factors are considered for each type of curriculum. For baccalaureate curricula, transferability, completeness, enrollment, relevance and cost are considered. For career curricula, the following are considered: community, State and National need and acceptance; available jobs, pay;…

This report was compiled by the Manpower and Planning Staff of the Federal Aviation Administration to provide information about the educational and training requirements for air traffic controllers and other related occupations. The purpose of the project was to help colleges plan programs to meet manpower needs. The document consists of: (1)…

Origins, philosophy, goals, textbook formulation, guidelines, other publications, and measurement of success for the Biological Sciences Curriculum Study program are discussed. (DF)

Describes the concept of the Open University as this has been translated into actuality in Britain, discusses the science curriculum, identifies some weaknesses of the Open University, and points out parallel efforts in the United States. (PB)

Describes an introductory college biology course in which the student's rate of progress, goals and instructional procedures are individualized. (PEB)

Briefly describes the characteristics of process, topic, thematic, applied science, environmental, project, and concept approaches to science curriculum development, and explains why a patterns" approach was used in this project. Sketches the content, teaching, and evaluation of the course. (AL)

The middle school curriculum presents a multifaceted approach that is designed to meet individual needs as well as to provide for group interaction. (Author/IRT)

Describes a communication curriculum of and for the future, which would be independent, integrated, inclusive, and visionary. Includes the mission statement and goals from one such communication program. (SR)

Described are guidelines for minimizing the difference in college biology curricula in the nations of Western Europe. A four year central core program is outlined. The fifth year options for training in research, biotechnology, teaching and industry or public service are listed. Continuing education programs for biologists are also mentioned. (AJ)

A call is made for the integration of science and social studies education in elementary and secondary schools. Examples are given of situations where instruction has been integrated over the two areas. It is felt instruction can be provided which focuses on problem solving and decision making. (MP)

Curriculum reflects the aims of society, and the right of students to participate in planning their educational lives is central. As an example of a core curriculum, the author specifies program design for health occupations education at the secondary level. (Author/AJ)

The University of Houston's master's degree program in social work with concentration in political social work is described. The debates surrounding political social work education, which is a social-change-oriented curriculum, the importance of political actors and context in development of the program, and the nature of the program's integrated…