This paper examines academic degree programs that train outdoor leaders. A review of previous studies of outdoor leadership noted 12 critical core competencies of an effective outdoor leader. A survey of college outdoor programs identified 15 four-year academic degree programs in outdoor leadership at U.S. colleges and universities. The programs…

This study examined the ecological and social impacts of rock climbing. The survey included climbing sites in 10 federal areas, 2 state parks, 1 private area, and 1 city park. Resource managers provided information on the observed impacts of rock climbing and current management practices to minimize impacts. Survey results indicate: (1) 71 percent…

Olivet College's marketing plan included survey of students, alumni, townspeople, and doners and analysis of the college's customer appeal, prices, and product mix. The author reports that the marketing objectives are being met and discusses the rationale and problems of applying business marketing principles to education. (JT)

Presents a college program that utilizes a self-paced, mastery-oriented curricula. Courses are subdivided into small complete modules that may require a few hours or a few weeks to complete. Describes development of the modules and disciplinary differencies in their use. (GS)

Traces the origin and development of programs that led to the creation of the Department of Environmental Engineering Sciences at the University of Florida. Includes descriptions of degrees offered, type of work required, and facilities available. (GS)

Contains detailed information on colleges and universities, sources for financial assistance, professional and student societies, and teacher workshops that practicing and prospective journalism educators will find useful. (RB)

Results of a survey of 15 universities that offer a doctoral program in real estate are presented. A total of 53 full-time faculty teaching real estate were recorded. The universities listed 143 graduates with a doctorate, concentration, or major in real estate. Of these graduates, 127 received their degree prior to 1985. There were 136 male and 7…

A study was conducted to determine what competencies Extension employees working in urban areas of Ohio perceived as most necessary. Information on the demographic characteristics of urban Extension employees in the state was also gathered. Data were obtained via a two-part questionnaire mailed to the 46 Extension employees working in the urban…

This report provides a descriptive analysis of the types and numbers of degrees conferred by the 13 state and independent institutions in Arkansas. Data are presented on: (1) degrees granted and other formal awards conferred by Arkansas institutions, 1979-80 through 1983-84; (2) degrees granted by subject field and type, 1983-84, for both state…

In recent years, education has shifted its goals from acquiring a classical methodology to learning how to make a living. Students are taking fewer liberal arts courses; and at the same time, reading, thinking, and reasoning skills are declining. With the advent of Sputnik in 1957, the idea that hard science had the answers to the world's problems…

To cope with changes in the way that alcohol and drugs are used and abused, college administrations have altered their appproaches to dealing with the problem. This study surveyed 971 students, faculty, and staff members of one university to assess: the level of alcohol and drug use and abuse at the university; factors associated with substance…

Options in postsecondary education for adults and young adults with learning disabilities (LD) are examined. An introductory section considers characteristics of LD that present special problems, including difficulties in reading, writing, spelling, and/or using numerical concepts; distractability; difficulties with understanding or following…

The question of whether colleges are doing better or worse in educating their graduates compared with previous years is addressed. Attention is directed to recent trends in average test scores of students at graduation, as well as what the scores represent. Information is provided on changes since 1966 in several tests of academic aptitude taken…

To document procedures used in the early stages of introducing programs of Speaking and Listening across Disciplines (SALAD) in higher education, this descriptive report examines the "start-up" strategies for SALAD in eight institutions: Alverno College (Wisconsin), Central College (Iowa), Clarkson University (New York), DePauw…

A bibliography on Asian and Pacific American studies programs is presented. The listing contains 36 papers, articles, and reports on Asian and Pacific American studies programs for students, instructors, educational administrators, and researchers. The articles primarily deal with Asian American studies programs and not with scholarly work in the…