Monsanto's highly successful synthesis of acetic acid from methanol and carbon monoxide illustrates use of new starting materials to replace pretroleum-derived ethylene. Outlines the fundamental aspects of the acetic acid process and suggests ways of extending the synthesis to higher carboxylic acids. (JN)

Examines reasons why bonds between higher education and industry must be strengthened in Ireland, indicating that competitiveness and unemployment in Ireland require it, that research and development (R&D) resources of universities can be the lifeblood for many future developments for manufacturing companies, and that Ireland lags behind other…

Discusses (1) the development of engineering education in Greece; (2) industrial development in Greece; (3) relations between engineering education and industry (indicating that they are best characterized by mutual suspicion); and (4) recent developments and future trends in these relationships. (JN)

Presents seven computer coordinators' opinions of 123 microcomputer programs for teaching computer skills, driver education, foreign language, language arts, math, music, problem solving, science, social studies, and typing at preschool, elementary, and secondary levels. Each program listing contains manufacturer information, program description,…

West Virginia University was designated by the National Science Foundation (NSF) as the NSF University/Industry Fluidization and Fluid Particle Cooperative Research Center. Background information about the center, its research program (focusing on fundamental problems of reacting systems at elevated temperatures), and future prospects are…

Describes characteristics of structured text design; benefits of its use in training; benefits for developers of training materials and steps in preparing training materials. A case study illustrating how the structured text design process solved the sales training needs of the Mercedes-Benz Truck Company is presented. (MBR)

This narrative of events leading to the publication of "Molly's Pilgrim" in a third grade textbook by the Harcourt Brace Jovanovich Publishing Company illustrates the types of censorship exercised by textbook publishers in response to public pressure. Revisions of the story to avoid mentioning God and the Bible are described. (EJS)

Special Engineering Programmes (SEPs) were established in Great Britain to attract highly able students into engineering and to provide education/training to meet the needs of manufacturing industries. SEP philosophy and objectives, program structure, student selection, course assessment, and other areas are discussed. (JN)

Although it is costly to write, in both personal and financial terms, few other endeavors provide the same professional rewards and recognition, according to the author. He outlines the basic routine that any aspiring academician must follow in order to develop a successful publication record. (Editor/SJL)

Suggestions on how instructors can improve the effectiveness of communication courses presented for business and industry. Emphasis is placed on the initial meeting with company officials, class preparation, and teaching style. (PD)

A unit on publishing processes and production methods provides technical writing students with valuable information and suggests numerous writing assignments for the instructor. (RL)

The lack of "Canadian content" in Canadian public school textbooks can be more easily explained by changing national educational goals than by foreign ownership of the publishing industry. Science textbooks are used to illustrate. (SB)

Tips for teachers who want to get their writing published, lists of resources with information on publications, and annotated list of journals for English educators. (RL)

Examines a variety of channels, including professional magazines, writing contests, and school literary magazines, through which students may have their writing published. (DD)

Recalls some of the memorable events that were unfolding when "The American School Board Journal" began publication. Affirms the magazine's commitment to the characteristics of its readers: value placed on integrity and careful craftsmanship; and demand for direct control over the education of children. (MLF)