Discusses current changes in American graduate education along the direction of the electrically-aided external programs. Indicates that the nontraditional study movement will not only benefit students, but will bring also opportunities for faculty to perform in a variety of professional ways. (CC)

This overview presents some of the issues that face those concerned with post baccalaureate education, particularly these issues that emerge from new activities and proposals before the graduate community currently. Three sections and an appendix are presented. Covered are: (1) definitions and distinctions; (2) issue-clusters in the areas of the…