Discusses the four major concentrations that can form the framework for a childrens literature program: children's interests, literary types, literary elements, and creators of children's literature. (DD)

Cooperative programs are distinguished by their emphasis on being educational, on providing productive work, and on being an integral part of the curriculum. Implications for program definition and olanning are discussed. (Author/LBH)

Suggests ways to involve working parents with the early childhood education programs in which their children are enrolled. (MS)

Attempts to determine relevant indices of good practice by which external degree programs should be judged. (Author/RK)

In an open letter, this college supervisor gives his views on the means for successfully realizing the potentials possessed by his preservice teachers. (MB)

Summarizes the main landmarks in the development of the Unesco Institute for Education, how it has adapted to changing conditions and its present role in the educational world. (Author/RK)

Focuses on the development of roles in collaborative teaching arrangements, examining the use of paraprofessionals in schools as part of a differentiated staffing program and the implementation of team teaching arrangements. Additionally illustrates that the expectations role incumbents have on their behavior influences the degree to which the…

Presents a practical method for implementing independent study into a continuing education program in nursing; discussion covers goal attainment and the use of a learning contract. (WL)

The article describes the ways in which formative evaluation was used in the development of a hospital's critical care nursing education program during the teaching/learning process, and in improving instruction in the program. Suggestions are made to guide others wishing to utilize formative evaluation effectively. (Author/AJ)

The author provides a personal view of the qualities and conditions that contribute to becoming a successful continuing education programer by examining the various competencies which can improve one's effectiveness and stature within the organization. (Author/BP)

Describes the block-matrix method, a technique used to develop new training programs (commonly involving educational program developers and community representatives). Two examples of the block-matrix application and supplementary diagrams are included. It is noted that this method has been used successfully in the development of new courses for…

University-school system cooperation in the formation of teacher centers has benefits for both parties--the school system can use the university resources, educational materials, research facilities, and scholarly expertise, while providing to the university training sites and field-based research opportunities. (MB)

Discusses the contribution Dutch universities can make to development cooperation through collaboration in the fields of higher education and research with partners from Third World countries. (Author/RK)

Discusses the Navajo Tribe's joining with the AFL-CIO building and construction trades unions to develop an apprentice job training program geared to the special employment problems of Navajos and to the projected labor needs for construction projects on or near the reservation. Focus is on the Navajo Construction Industry Manpower Program…

The role of the professional in working with advisory committees and involving relevant publics is discussed. Theory and research, five rules for implementation, and a practical example are presented. (TA)