Examines current research on the impact of radio on adult basic education in Western European countries, and discusses questions of the target audience, the effectiveness of reaching target audiences, and the achievement of program objectives. (JJD)

Special liberal studies baccalaureate programming for adults is discussed. Such programs may provide access through open admissions, have special seminar courses, recognize and grant credit for life experience, provide special counseling, schedule classes in the evening, and make available other desired options and services. (Author/MLW)

To benefit adult basic education (ABE) teachers, national, state, and regional efforts need to be made for systematic dissemination of 309 (Adult Education Act) Projects' innovative teaching strategies. ABE teacher training programs need to be established at colleges and universities and state certification requirements need to be revised.…

This report is an introduction to the concept of lifelong learning as a key to unlocking resources for an aging society. It describes a myriad of learning programs for older adults, from those provided by giant companies, to those conducted by small community centers, to those developed and run by elderly persons themselves. Programs are described…