Describes methods of retaining potential dropouts at private, selective-admissions colleges and public, open-admissions colleges. (HS)

The experimental Mother-Child Home Program, aimed at the prevention of educational disadvantaged," was shown to be effective in repeated studies away from the home base of the Verbal Interaction Project. (Author/SP)

This article discusses the current dropout rate, as great as 70 percent in colleges and universities, and the need to alleviate this problem. (HS)

Seven psychological factors were analyzed in relation to unsafe behavior of students in laboratory activities. Findings imply a need for accurate records of unsafe acts, accidents, and injuries in identifying areas of potential progress in accident prevention. (MU)

A multidisciplinary team approach to assessing needs and working toward prevention of school maladaptation are fostered, instead of responding to crises via a case study approach. Children are viewed in the social context of the classroom, the position of the teacheris bolstered, participation of parents is encouraged, and more cooperative use of…

This paper presents some suggestions for dealing with the problem of adequately utilizing the educational resources available in preparing students to cope with the problems they will face in a drug oriented society. (Author)