Humanistic and pragmatic views and scientific rationalism formed the philosophical base for educational reform from 1915-29 and for the resulting rapid growth of university extension and its response to industrial development, academic standards, scientific agriculture, immigration, World War I, womens' work/education, and expanded communications…

The idea of education as a tool for continuing development and enrichment poses major challenges for higher education that cannot be sidestepped. (LBH)

The authors designed two courses which had as their core a common audiovisual package but which differed in the type of presentation used. One maximized face-to-face teaching, the other was conducted by telephone. Performance data and course evaluation are discussed. (BD)

Reviews the reasons for providing library services to off-campus and distance education students. Discusses changing accreditation guidelines as they relate to off-campus and multi-campus programs, and provides an overview of several models of service and issues for consideration. (Author/LRW)

Collaboration between Simon Fraser University and the Shuswap Nation Tribal Council resulted in an extension program that enhances Native students' knowledge of history, language, and culture while they acquire academic credentials. The program enables them to stay in their communities, although it limits their experience of campus life and…

The Urban Planning Practicum is a capstone course engaging Michigan State students in urban outreach, working with community organizations on neighborhood revitalization. It facilitates the experiential learning needs of urban planning students while assisting Extension staff in capacity building. Faculty-extension agent partnerships make it…

The effect of a 1-week sportfishing and environmental curriculum on participants' (aged 9-14) knowledge of fishing and biology/ecology, awareness of ethical behavior, and attitudes was assessed with 127 completed pre-/post-surveys. The program developed fishing and biology/ecology knowledge, but did not affect ethical behavior awareness or…

Describes a program in which a rainfall simulator was used to promote water conservation by showing water infiltration, water runoff, and soil erosion. The demonstrations provided a good background for the discussion of issues such as water conservation, crop rotation, and conservation tillage practices. The program raised awareness of…

Issues-oriented public policy education should (1) address audiences at three levels (individuals and families, agencies and businesses, and government); (2) help communities move through the policy-making process to achieve resolution; and (3) provide a combination of technical information and help with the process (leadership, group dynamics,…

Effectiveness of a videotape on milking procedures was evaluated by showing it to 218 dairy farmers, with previewing evaluation, 2 viewings with discussion between, and postviewing evaluation. Tape quality and information content were rated highly, but an immediate second viewing was considered less effective than providing tapes for subsequent…

Interviews with a random sample of 725 North Carolina farmers ascertained their levels of stress and the adequacy of social support systems. In general, younger farmers, those who worked more days on farm and those with financial concerns tied to the uncertainties of farm production, had greater stress levels. Social support also varied by age…

Community right-to-know legislation is increasing access to information about hazardous substances and community health and safety. Extension educators can help citizens obtain and interpret this information and take appropriate community action. (SK)

The School of New Resources of the College of New Rochelle received Rockefeller Foundation and federal grants to improve the teaching of adult students. Campuses are located in the boroughs and classes are taught on the assumption that adult experiences are valuable and can be used to help teach other students. (MLW)

A developmental project attempted to link an educational leadership organization in Florida and selected women's organizations in Ecuador. The three-year project consisted of (1) needs identification, (2) organizational response, (3) organizational linkage, (4) program expansion, and (5) assessment of outcomes. Results indicate the importance of…

Letters from 176 continuing education students or groups of students nominating teachers for excellence in teaching awards were analyzed to determine how adult students describe instructors they consider to be exemplary and how selected factors surrounding instruction related to identification of excellent instructors. Findings are also used to…