Traces the history of the training and education of librarians in Canada, including the sociological, scientific, and technical developments which directly affected services, practices, and procedures of librarianship. (CWM)

Describes the principles, design, use, and preliminary evaluation of an 11-week in-service course based on an audiovisual format. Preliminary observation indicates a continuing demand by teachers for access to the course, and that it is capable of changing teacher behavior in ways consistent with the course aims. (Author/JEG)

International economic relations are discussed in terms of cultural, educational, and communications development globally. It is emphasized that global cooperation and development are necessary for development of people and societies. (ND)

Takes a hard look at middle-level education--where it has been, where it is, and where it should be going. (Editor/RK)

One of the continuing dilemmas of educational finance is the difficulty of reconciling the advantages of local control in education with the need for provincial control when all funds are provided from provincial revenues. Considers a proposal for school finance reform advocated by the Graham Commission on Education, Public Services and…

Describes the organization of the cooperation between the Netherlands and the developing countries at the higher education level. (Author/RK)

Author finds some surprises in Hungary's secondary school system. (Editor/RK)

Looks back on the emphasis in language development in the periods 1900 to 1917, 1917-1935, and the 1950s. Examines current developments in teaching English and suggests directions for the future. (RK)

The provisions of adult education programs in Zambia are described and discussed with emphasis on the idea that adult education should be seen as an instrument for promoting the dignity of man with effective programs flexible and responsive enough to meet the needs of the individual regardless of his formal education or where he may be. (WL)

Large numbers of people--parents, politicians and journalists--are in a negative, highly critical mood toward the schools. Public confidence in the educational system has never been lower. Suggests developing more effective public information programs with one of the top priorities being a concerted effort to report education's numerous success…

Discusses distance learning at East Mecklenburg High School (Charlotte, North Carolina), a demonstration site for the North Carolina Information Highway. Highlights include community/adult education, hardware, costs, video and sound equipment, distance learning class scheduling, and future outlooks. (AEF)

Reviews the history and development of distance education in Africa. Highlights include the expansion in formal education; language diversity and competing interests; the role of intergovernmental agencies; infrastructure deficiencies; political considerations; social considerations; and possible solutions to problems. (Author/LRW)

Discusses educational leadership and women with a focus on roles, characteristics, stereotypes, and change. Describes some sources that deal with this topic, including an article, a study, two books, and some websites. (AEF)

Explores the diminishing role of federal government following a series of legislative mandates to maximize equal educational opportunity. Also examines the escalating poverty rate resulting from the economic restructuring of the country. Calls for systemic reform in education, health and human services followed by an integration of these services.…