Thirty-two programs representing 21 member institutions of NUEA were honored at the 1969 NUEA annual meeting for outstanding quality. This article presents brief descriptions of many of the programs. (MF)

Explains the planning and research involved in developing a new extension curriculum in computer science to fit the needs of the University of California at Irvine and the community it serves. (JF)

The Unviersity College of Swansea Department of Extra-Mural Studies has computerized their class satistics and sees possibilities for computerization of similar statistics on a nation-wide scale. (Author/EB)

When elective class participation (ECP) and independent learning activities for adults were compared with the conventional lecture discussion method, the ECP approach showed slightly higher posttest gains and generally received high student acceptance. Eight tables. One reference. (LY)

Contrary to the neo- humanist educational tradition, research and teaching at Bochum University have attempted to emphasize more strongly the connections with present day problems of and the demands of society on, adult education. (Author/PT)

Illustrates how program evaluation can be used to increase the impact of continuing education on performance. (JOW)

The best methods of using mass media to create desirable behavior changes in extension education clients can be documented by records of requests for information; continued availability of mass media time or space; voluntary testimonials of viewers or readers; and information provided by retailers within the mass media area. (CT)

This study examined how titles and illustrations have an impact on consumers' selection of free pamphlets. The implications for dissemination of extension information are explored. (CT)

Adult educators stand in the interpretive margin between scholarly research and the public. They must move beyond mere brokering toward helping students to find meaning in what they learn. (SK)

Systems theory functions in enabling the researcher to study and analyze the intermediate-level political system represented by the Cooperative Extension Service interactions at the federal level. (Author)

Describes an intensive, two-day program for business and institutional editors offered by the extension service of the University of Wisconsin at Madison. (FL)

Extension education's success and effectiveness is determined to a great extent by its ability to relate programs and organization to the public in a favorable light. The author discusses approaches to using public relations, emphasizing the value of good programs and performance coupled with continual and well-planned publicity. (MF)

Extension faculty in Adams, Brown, and Highland Counties (Ohio) work as a cluster group to enhance interdisciplinary program delivery and develop specialized skills. Clustering also increases networking among clientele and enhances extension's public image. (SK)