A responsive continuing Education Program accommodating degree-oriented, professional development and enrichment needs utilizes a combination of off-campus correspondence, noncredit classes, and a variety of media technology.

Reviews the background for the continuing education role of the state library agency, the development of continuing education for libraries, the implications of these developments, current programs in progress, and trends which may indicate future change. (Author/MBR)

This study sponsored by the National Science Foundation yielded data showing positive correlation between continuing education and rates of pay for a sample population of engineers. (RE)

The importance of continuous personal and professional growth to teachers and teacher educators is discussed. (JD)

The need for improvement of faculty in schools of education to meet the growing demand for closer involvement between colleges and practicing teachers is discussed in a question and answer interview with the director of the ERIC Clearinghouse on Teacher Education. (JD)

Significant developments since the Library Association of Australia began its external examination program in 1944 include the establishment of a university school of librarianship, undergraduate programs in librarianship, possible discontinuance of the Registration Examination for professional certification, a need for standards for library…

The Extern Program is designed to provide inservice education through didactic, experiential learning activities implemented on a one weekend per month schedule for nine months. The weekend training involves new developments in the field of counseling, problem solving, and new developments in the behavioral sciences. (Author)

Lists eight criteria necessary for an effective management performance system designed for superintendents and principals, who must face the crisis in education each day. Also provides some guidelines for inculcating strategies for improving management practices. (RK)

One method for evaluating an aspect of physician practice behavior, patient referrals, resulting from continuing medical education programs on cancer at the University of Texas Medical Branch is described. Data presented provide strong support for the effectiveness of continuing education in modifying physician practice behavior. (LBH)

An integrated program for training program and staff development specialists should be of high priority in higher education. (MM)

Addresses the question of what new formulations of accountability and professional development would enable educators to be both accountable and professionally alive. (Author/IRT)

The need for programs to update faculty training in ocular disease treatment is discussed, with emphasis placed on clinical experience and continuing education. (MSE)

Examines issues of special library management and the emphases in SLA (Special Libraries Association) continuing education courses dealing with these issues. Five courses taught for SLA are described, including one-day courses on management communications, delegation, and effective supervisory skills, as well as seminars dealing with human…

Advanced computer technologies and progressive employers are making it possible for today's secretary to do much more than type and file. The role of today's secretary is changing--for the good and the bad. (Editor)

The author presents suggestions from eight vocational teachers on how to stay up-to-date on innovations in their respective fields. Their suggestions include the following: (1) attend conventions and seminars, (2) work part time in industry, (3) read, (4) network, and (5) develop a schedule for professional development. (CH)