Describes the results of the Science in a Social Context Project (SISCON), an attempt to construct a science curriculum which reflects the relation between science and society. (BH)

The traditional Philippines college curriculum in nutrition is examined and a curriculum aimed at community nutrition is described. (DT)

Described is the present education of secondary school physics teachers in the Netherlands. (CS)

Case studies of Peace Corps forestry projects in Morocco, Nepal, the Philippines, Chile, Guatemala, Chad, Liberia, and Niger are presented as a guide in aiding future forestry programming efforts. Each case study includes: (1) general information about the specific country; (2) an overview of forestry programs and efforts in that country; (3) a…

Presents three science programs developed as special topics courses at one of the two-year regional campuses of the Pennsylvania State University, Shenango Valley. The authors outline these programs in biology, physics and chemistry to illustrate their plasticity for program development and experimentation. (HM)

Describes the physics courses offered in 137 British institutions with basic requirements, course structures, advanced research fields, training activities, enrollment trends, and addresses for further information included in each entry. (CC)

Describes the technical programs of the Community College of the Air Force, and provides a sample technology curriculum. (MLH)

Objectives and results are given of a program designed to prepare women for employment in engineering at a level comparable to current B.S. graduates. The program endeavored to create a learning situation in which rigorous academic standards would be maintained, while at the same time taking into account the realities of the lives of re-entry…

Engineering education in the countries of India and Singapore is described. The post-secondary engineering program in India is offered at 132 institutions. Admission procedures are explained, as is the curriculum for students interested in production engineering. Descriptions and photographs of some final year projects are provided. In addition,…

Discusses a unique experimental program for training chemical technicians in New York with emphasis upon expansion of minority participation in sciences. Included are descriptions of goals, educational methods, instructional materials, and program's content. (CC)

Discusses the present status of technician and technology-oriented institutions and the two curricula offered by the Textile Department, Clemson University. Indicates that technical school, junior college, and community college graduates are allowed to complete formal training to the four-year degree level in the Clemson program. (CC)

Describes the kinds of occupations related to environmental management and summarizes the Environmental Protection Agency's activities in promoting the development of a skilled environmental labor force. (WB)

Presents observations on the present status and future prospects of environment-focused programs in Canadian post-secondary educational institutions. Environmental education is firmly established in many cases, but the field will face changes in issues and emphasis in future years. (WB)