Describes activities of the European Environmental Bureau by considering: (1) the European community's affect on the quality of life and the environment; (2) involvement with member organizations; (3) developmental matters related to the emphasis of programs; and (4) general assemblies of its member organizations. (BC)

Freshwater education programs are beginning to instill in young people a sense of awareness and a sense of responsibility regarding the future of water resources. Several of these programs are discussed, including Project COAST (Coastal, Oceanic, and Aquatic Studies) and "Acid Precipitation Learning Materials, Grades 7-12." (JN)

Eight key areas (philosophy, goals, definition of population, entry criteria and procedures, curriculum materials and methods, exit procedures and criteria, evaluation and operational procedures) are considered necessary for a well conceptualized program description. (Author/CL)

Discusses the benefits of using video instruction in professional development programs at Florida State University's Center for Professional Development and Public Service. They include recording and showing demonstrations and reducing the cost of bringing a continuing education program to participants. (JN)

The paper describes a two-week summer course for gifted students which successfully develops mathematical program solving, promotes understanding of advanced mathematical concepts, and allows students to learn a great deal of programing. (CL)

Discusses a workshop designed to provide middle-aged adults with information and opportunities to process their attitudes, emotions, and the realities of exchanging roles with aging parents. (Author)

High technology businesses in California's Silicon Valley have joined forces with local educators to form the Institute for Computer Technology (ICT), providing a model for education-industry cooperation. Describes the development of ICT, whose goal is to fill gaps between existing programs and to provide a structure for sharing computer-related…

Describes highlights of educational programs at Divide County High School (Crosby, North Dakota), which was one of the few rural schools cited by President Reagan in 1984 for excellence in education under the Secondary School Recognition Program. (BRR)

Describes how a 30,000 student institution of higher learning is installing a campus-wide telecommunications system supporting voice, data, and video applications. Objectives of the telecommunications program and guidelines used in its development are outlined. (JN)

Administrator knowledge and support are critical features of the successful college program for learning disabled students. In addition, career counseling, coordinated academic advising, psychological counseling, and academic reinforcement efforts such as study skills instruction and tutoring all valuable services. (CL)

West Virginia University's Department of Industrial Engineering has incorporated a mentoring system into its engineering program in which seniors become mentors to sophomores. Objectives and expectations of the mentoring experience, how the program works, and program benefits are discussed. (JN)

What a sampling of different schools are doing to celebrate Music in Our Schools Week 1984 is described. (RM)

Describes a pilot staff development project at Christie School, a residential center with a capacity for 38 emotionally disturbed children. (RH)

Classroom scrip emblazoned with a picture of Johann Sebastian Bach is used to motivate junior high school students. Students are paid for cooperation and performance. Two auctions are held during the school year, at which students can spend the scrip on musical items. (CS)

Describes a three-pronged educational service program offered by St. Rose of Lima Elementary School, consisting of an After School Activities Program, Children's Day Out, and All-Day Kindergarten. Considers program development, support, and benefits. (DMM)