This paper begins with an exploration of the history of the international Education for All (EFA) programme and its tendency to overlook some marginalised groups of children, in particular those seen as having "special educational needs" or impairments and disabilities. The exclusion from "mainstream" education programmes of the estimated, though…

The study of adult education has much to offer museum education, particularly from the lens of nonformal education--education that takes place outside formal educational settings. Through analysis of two case studies of nonformal education at museums (parks, historical sites, and cultural institutions), findings reveal a much more complex picture…

The Fleet Community Education Center is a working example of successful nonformal local community education. A description of the center and its facilities is provided. (ML)

The purpose of this study was to investigate the teaching beliefs of non-formal environmental educators who work in state and local parks. Findings reveal that teaching beliefs are much more complex than purported in the literature. Three broad insights are offered: including roles and responsibilities of the non-formal environmental educator,…

Looks at educational factors in using television or cinema film for non-formal education in developing nations. Styles of presentation in films are discussed, and suggestions are made for assessing effectiveness. (JEG)

Folklore played an important part in the acculturation of Black Americans. Folksongs, worksongs, spirituals, and proverbs promoted racial solidarity, expressed thoughts, and served as educational and social tools. (DF)

Discusses population education programs in China, India, Indonesia, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam. Sri Lanka is developing audio-visual materials and integrating population education into secondary science and social studies curricula. Nepal is transmitting nonformal population education messages to adults through…

Traces the growth and influence of the Sorby Natural History Society in England. Identifies the key personages and accomplishments of the society since its inception to the present. A discussion of future goals and involvements is included. (ML)

Four sessions of coed outdoor adventure camp were evaluated to determine the effects on self-concept of the teenage participants. Differences in results were attributed to differences in the organization of each camp session. (Author/CW)

Lists 235 articles from 15 journals published during the second half of 1983 on adult/nonformal education (11); comparative education--general (10); educational planning/reform (11); general studies--comparative topics (31); higher education (23); Africa (15); Asia (28); Australasia (17); Europe (71); Latin America/Caribbean (9); Middle East/North…

Describes nonvisual sensory experiences to use on a trail walk for blindfolded persons. Provided are suggestions for organizing such a walk and descriptions of resource materials. (WB)

Offers guidelines for communicating with and accommodating persons with visual, hearing, and ambulatory handicaps in parks and other outdoor education settings. (WB)

Discusses the relationship of the student press to First Amendment/free press problems. Suggests that a study of this relationship can help students understand constitutional rights. Journal availability see: SO 507 247. (Author/DB)

Discussed are teaching methods that can be used in association with amusement park rides. The basic principles behind the effects of several rides are reviewed and illustrated. (CW)

Provides a review of the range of innovative science activities in India. Points out some of the parallels with science and science education issues in India and in other countries. Offers perspectives on the state of nonformal science for the public and reforms of science in the schools of India. (ML)