The total span of procedures necessary for care of the human eye and its associated structures is broad. Two professional groups, optometrists and ophthalmologists share in providing this total care. Each must hold a valid current license to practice his or her profession and the extent of prerogative and limitations is spelled out in practice…

The role of education in developing man-environment relationships is portrayed in this essay by the Office of Education (OE). Environmental/Ecological Education (EEE) is defined as the way to increase an individual's awareness, appreciation, understanding, motivation for action, and skills necessary to maintain his world and enjoy life. Further,…

Prepared for a regional training seminar on adult basic education (ABE) in corrections, this paper argues the importance of improving correctional education in order to equip prisoners more adequately for reentry into society, and thereby help reduce crime and recidivism. Accordingly, the author urges correctional program administrators to take…

By use of interviews, questionnaires, and observation, the courses and programs offered by the University Center for Adult Education, in Detroit, were evaluated. The courses concerned Communication and Language Art, Environment, Practical Economics, Behavioral Science, Technology, Extension Courses, and Special Events. Evaluation findings show…

This Fifth Report of the National Advisory Council on Vocational Education examines those forces which have prevented the adoption of some of the recommendations of the previous four reports. In posing the question--Is anyone listening to the voices of the people?--the Council implores national educational policy makers to join in the full…

In modern society, lifelong learning by the physician is essential. This study was conceived to: (1) define the educational needs of practitioners in the Pacific Northwest, (2) assess the resources available to meet these needs, (3) determine what educational programs are needed, (4) develop evaluation methods for these programs, (5) identify…

A discussion of the background and present status of special education in Taiwan considers obstacles to the development of programs for the handicapped. Accommodations and education for the blind, deaf, and physically handicapped are described in terms of recent rejuvenation and the limited or non-existent number of special classes in regular…

Information on education in Korea indicates that programs and services for the handicapped have not been extensive, serving only 3,271 children in 1968 of the 5,478,167 who were enrolled in schools. Recent developments which are expected to extend special education are discussed, including long-term goals and teacher training programs. (RJ)

This report contains the notes and elements for 6 lectures that were given by Victor de Pange, head of the Division for Higher Education and Research of the Council of Europe at the University of the Pacific during January of 1971. The first lecture was devoted to student protests, using the 1968 events as a starting point. It examines whether…

The author critically analyzes the current American educational system and philosophy, with emphasis on educational needs of handicapped children. He finds special educators often are not aware of the different language required to communicate with the general public, influence molders, decision makers, professionals, and academicians. He believes…

Part of a continuing study of application of communication satellites for helping to meet educational needs, this memorandum discusses operating frequencies for educational satellite services. Each of the factors affecting choice of transmission frequencies is identified and discussed in a separate section. Included among these factors are…

A study of schools was conducted to determine needs of earth science programs, and what, if any, services could effectively be provided by an earth science resource center. Contacts were made with approximately one-half the schools in the Minot State College service region. Discussions were held with administrators and teachers, and facilities at…

The problems of commercial dairymen in northeastern Ohio, their sources of occupational information, and the relationships between their perception of needs and a professional's perception of their needs were studied. Questionnaires designed to assess these needs were mailed to 400 commercial dairymen and 141 professionals. Major problems, as seen…

The scope and place of population education in our present educational system, together with current organized activities in this field, are summarized in this pamphlet. Population education is defined as the process by which the student investigates and explores the nature and meaning of population processes, population characteristics, the…

This discussion provides a nine-step base for improving instruction on the college level. Emphasis is placed on the need for higher levels of imagination and desire on the part of administrators and professors, plus the desire to develop both financial and manpower support to implement the nine-step basis for change. Applications and examples of…