The following information is provided in this directory of scholarships and fellowships available to extension workers for 1972-73: sponsor/name and purpose, eligibility, amount, deadline for filing, and where to file. This information is provided separately for the two years. A list of regional and special extension schools is also provided. (KM)

This paper examines three issues in faculty development rooted in problems of community college teaching: (1) teacher knowledge and skills concerning collective bargaining; (2) treatment of learning deficiencies; and (3) effects of the large percentage of part-time faculty in the community colleges. (MJB)

Discussion of problems in education and training of librarians considers the advantages and disadvantages of internal and external continuing education programs. (JAB)

The Kansas Regents Network provides graduate, undergraduate, and continuing education courses to sites throughout the state via telephone lines. (STS)

This is a new section of the journal which will provide periodic reviews of educational journals and articles which will be useful for undergraduate teaching in political science. In this issue 50 educational journals are reviewed. (Author/RM)

This article presents an analytical framework of the divergent ideological viewpoints currently characterizing practice in continuing professional education. Two variables are discussed that are believed to be crucial for understanding the different ideological viewpoints held by continuing educators: the perspective on professionalism and the…

Surveyed dietitians (N=359) from four upper midwestern states to determine their perceived continuing education needs. The self-assessment questionnaire used elicited information about their present continuing education activities, preferences for future activities, employment, and the need for continuing education in management, nutrition care,…

The increasing number of states requiring periodic renewal of teacher certification has intensified the need for setting standards and systematic review. Because recertification is not accomplished within the context of a program, the criteria used are solely those of the state education agency. Quality assurance mechanisms are needed. (MT)

Surveyed 65 Virginia employee assistance program counselors to assess their continuing education needs. Results showed 86 percent of the respondents would participate in formal continuing education programs if they were available. Preferences emphasized prevention and intervention rather than assessment and referral. (JAC)

Examines what industry needs from engineering education by considering: (1) technology and the marketplace; (2) what industry expects of new graduates; (3) current gaps in the engineering curriculum; and (4) industry's needs for continuing education. (JN)

The Norwegian Institute of Technology has major responsibility for professional continuing engineering education (CEE) in this country. Degrees offered, typical CEE program, CEE program format, publicity for CEE courses, and related topics are discussed. (JN)

Discusses: (1) problems of engineering education; (2) continuing engineering education (CEE); (3) CEE needs of developing countries (updating teacher competence, improving knowledge of professional practices of young engineers, and others); and (4) CEE programs in India (discussing faculty-oriented programs, professional societies programs,…

To describe and analyze the characteristics of learning projects in which physicians engage, a sample of 29 physicians were interviewed. Preliminary results show a high degree of participation in self-directed learning activities and motivation, with journals and collegial consultation serving as the primary information sources. (SK)

Offers a model for quality training in family therapy. Describes the Family Consortium, which is aimed at practicing professionals and emphasizes structural family therapy principles with strategic and experiential elements. Discusses the current theoretical philosophy and training approach and gives examples of how the Consortium deals with…

Discusses study group technique to update dietitians. Includes objectives (such as providing opportunities for sharing of information among area hospitals' dietetic departments and creating greater exposure to nutritional care philosophies/methods), subgroup responsibilities, and journals used. (JN)