A program at Sinclair Community College (Ohio) allows older students to earn credit for prior, off-campus learning. Program requirements include 5 or more years of significant paid or volunteer work experience and adequate writing skills, followed by the development of portfolios documenting the student's past learning experiences. (LH)

Miami-Dade Community College has developed a computer-based instructional management system called Response System with Variable Prescriptions (RSVP) that is faculty programmed and can cater to any mode of instruction. Uses include prescriptive reading instruction, mathematics instruction, speech instruction, feedback on composition errors, and…

Describes a cooperative program in physics between Stanford University and community colleges within a one hour driving distance of Stanford. (SL)

This review of the allied health occupations training programs offered by Brevard Community College (Cocoa, Florida) covers organization of the division, objectives, selection and admission process, instructional delivery system, clinical facilities, advisory committees, high school relations, continuing education programs, and program success.…

To prevent deficiencies typical of non-university-affiliated community residency programs, five hospitals were included in the city-wide Phoenix Hospitals Affiliated Pediatric Program (PHAPP). Trainees have been enthusiastic and directors feel all individual programs have been significantly strengthened, overcoming problems inherent in…

Provides examples of the diversity of jobs offered through public service employment (PSE) programs (funded under titles II and VI of the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act). It is noted that these projects demonstrate the flexibility with which communities can use CETA funds to meet local needs and at the same time provide PSE jobs for…

In New Haven, parents and students join with teachers and administrators in examining options to traditional education and deciding what may work best for them. (Editor)

Through the Child and Adolescent Service System Program (CASSP), the State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services and a number of isolated Alaskan villages are addressing the mental health problems of Alaska's Native youths. (Author/BB)

Discusses the ways early childhood programs presently fit into community colleges, describes five related issues (i.e., the ambiguities of the early childhood field, the open-door policy, faculty responsibilities, power structures, and funding), and makes suggestions for further development of the community college/early childhood relationship.…

Describes Middlesex Community College's involvement in education and training programs aimed at encouraging local business involvement in international trade and the activities of its National Resource for International Trade Education (e.g., information dissemination; consulting services; seminars and workshops; a speakers bank; research; staff…

A local educational agency in St. Louis, the Citizenship Education Clearinghouse (CECH), works with schools to make real participation in community civic, governmental, and political affairs a possibility for students. Three CECH models for student participation in issues of national concern, in state politics, and in local issues are described.…

Campus Compact: The Project for Public and Community Service is described. It is a national, action-oriented effort to increase student community service by centralizing and increasing access to public service information, heightening awareness of public service, and reducing the disincentives now discouraging students from volunteer work. (MLW)

Examines the role played by experience in the preparation of community college leaders, focusing on a management development program at the Dallas Community College District. Describes important learning experiences for emerging leaders, and experiential principles that culminate in the cultivation of leadership skills. Discusses mentoring…

In light of the underrepresentation of women in higher education administration, suggests ways for community colleges to provide an environment and support system to promote and guide the advancement of women. Describes policies and activities of Montgomery College dealing with administrator training, management development, sexism awareness, and…

Described is a three-day political awareness program held prior to the 1980 election to help secondary students and community members examine the political process from a more holistic viewpoint. The program brought in a variety of speakers, including media persons, sociologists, political scientists, a lawyer, and a mayor, as well as political…