The study concluded that students tend to achieve and have aspirations, attitudes and expectations consistent with the educational level of their same-sex parent. (Author/MF)

Analyzes the nature of science education research and the various approaches adopted by researchers in science education. Critical problems in each of four research areas are highlighted. Implications and suggestions for further research are presented. Bibliography. (LC)

An abridged version of a speech by the Soviet Minister of Education, this article gives a brief account of the achievements and shortcomings of Soviet primary and secondary education as of 1970 in terms of the realization of current reforms. Major problems in Soviet education are also delineated. (JB)

Special Labor Force Report indicates that the gap in educational attainment between men and women workers has closed, and that the gap between white and black workers is narrowing. (DM)

Describes how training by stages has been developed in the Federal Republic of Germany. (Editor)

Workshop on Medical School Curriculum focuses on the influence of today's medical school education on the totality of the physician's education. (IR)

This article tried to piece together the way in which EPA ideas have been taken up in some areas and how these ideas have stood up in practice. (Author/RK)

Cites ERIC documents describing the community education and development programs of two-year colleges. Documents cover building a neighborhood coalition, an approach to marketing vocational programs, community education and development, and educational alternatives. (DMM)

Conant's "The American High School Today" (1959) conveyed his confidence in consolidation of smaller schools into comprehensive high schools. The book sparked criticism. Conant's personal papers reveal that his breezy optimism hid doubts, frustrations, and uncertainties. The contradiction in his views foreshadows the turbulent 1960s. (PB)

An examination of the origins and significance of the 15 years of surveys reveals enduring public faith in education, a need for an informed public, and considerable stability in public attitudes. Two tables identify public estimations of biggest school problems and attitudes toward change and innovation. (PB)

Six articles discuss top priorities of Soviet education policy. Topics discussed include labor training, revision of the curriculum for the 10-year general education program, quantitative v qualitative demands on the educational system, and extended-day programs for the children of working mothers. (DB)