The status of external degree programs in traditional institutions is examined. Basing evaluation on the guidelines set forth by the Carnegie Commission for Non-Traditional Study (l973); it is suggested that external programs have not adequately been integrated into the academic mainstream. (Author/MLW)

A case example of how a nontraditional institution, Empire State College, is assessing its cost effectiveness. Sections cover institutional impact in individual frames, measuring change, individualized assessment, and educational effectiveness. (Author/PG)

Described are the approach of the North Central Association's Commission on Institutions of Higher Education to the evaluation of institutions with off-campus programs, as well as the experiences of Commission staff members in the development of sequential evaluations for institutions with off-campus programs. Considerations made for…

A study was undertaken for the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation to develop evaluative criteria and procedures for the accreditation of nontraditional education. The summary report presents the major activities and findings of the study. The Introduction gives its history and background and outlines its scope, including the goals,…