Through a review of literature on the subject, this paper discusses the dangers of political influence on the demand for educational accountability in Australian schools. Some areas of universities and colleges should remain free from vertical or political accountability, the paper warns. These areas include the values of liberalism and free…

The objective of this seminar was to increase the awareness of the importance of information to industry and the availability of informational resources in Newcastle. It is directed toward management, research and technical executives. The four papers presented for discussion are: (1) "The importance of information to industry," (2)…

Discussion of distance education in the Northern Territory of Australia focuses on higher education and work of the Northern Territory External Study Centre. The roles of federal and state governments are described, the importance of guidance and counselling is discussed, and the impact of the videotex industry is briefly reviewed. (LRW)

The author discusses steps that have been made in Australia over the past decade to promote equal opportunity and treatment in employment, with the cause of working women being advanced by both legislation and case law. (Author/CT)

An examination of the Australian Educational systems as a political institution. The author also outlines the growing participation of the commonwealth government in education, and tests two hypotheses concerning the relationship between centralization and educational policy making. (JF)

The depressed economies in countries such as Australia have led governments to view education as a means to serve the national economic interest, with the result that art education receives a low priority in the curriculum and in education budgets. Argues that the arts can serve as a key to educational reform and enhancement. (MDM)

Presents a view of globalization and internationalization as providing an avenue for opportunity in Australian higher education. Examines the changing role of government; the public interest in research; the lack of independent policy advice to the Australian government; implications for teaching quality; pressures on academic freedom; demands for…

In Australia, the 1987 Dawkins green paper supposedly set clear guidelines for merging institutions in the new unified national system. There was little government guidance in merger efforts. Now there are three universities--planners' least-preferred option. All offer postgraduate management education. The Dawkins paper has minimally influenced…

Reports findings from an ethnographic study of educational restructuring at an institute of technical and further education in Australia. Documents Australian governments' adoption of hyperrational educational-improvement strategies by reworking institutional roles framing daily practices. Countersteering geared to other values and priorities…

The author discusses the development, literature, problems, and possibilities of the politics of education in the United States and Australia. Emphasis is placed upon defining boundaries, priorities, and research projects for the field. (DE)

The report by the Queensland (Australia) Advisory Council for Special Education reviews the roles of government and voluntary associations in providing services to the handicapped. An historical review follows a discussion of principles underlying the education of handicapped children. Current Queensland provisions for the education of handicapped…

The history of education in Australia from the years 1788 to 1900 is related from its inception by the early governors of the colonies. The struggle between church and state in the responsiblility of educating children is a central feature. The final acceptance of responsibility by the government in the late 1800's and the unfortunate results of…

The effectiveness of Australia's handling of higher education policy at the national level is discussed in terms of the considerable future problems to be faced. Policy successes and failures in the last two decades are assessed, and future prospects are examined. (Author/MSE)

Reports on a study of foreign language learning in Australia's primary schools in the mid-seventies. The role of immigration in the development of second language programs is discussed, along with the extent of federal government involvement. A state-by-state analysis of language programs is also given. (PJN)