States the purposes of vocational education: to provide individuals with the skills they need to attain economic freedom and to enhance the productivity of local, state, and and the local, state and federal responsibilities. (JOW)

Looks at legislative concerns for student consumerism and responses institutions have made to legal guidelines. Outlines the pre-enrollment, enrollment, and post-graduation rights of students as well as their right to fair and equitable treatment while enrolled. (AYC)

The major issues in in-service education concern the development of programs based on multilevel, cross-validated assessments of needs. (JMF)

The schools must deal with the implications of nuclear power--in unbiased, concrete, clear ways. They must be in the forefront of knowledge dissemination about nuclear power. (Author/IRT)

Differing views on the importance of bilingual education are presented. (LH)

A society can educate all its members to be more creative than Aristotle's "ideal choosing agent" if it can encourage them to conform to certain standards while at the same time educating them to express individual proclivities. (JD)

A vision of a more equitable and educated society must have at heart the inclusion of the most disadvantaged and disaffected persons. Educational institutions have the responsibility to serve the whole community, share resources, and develop imaginative curricula reflecting the diversity of learners. (SK)

An athletic trainer provides instruction and direct assistance to student athletes and their coaches to develop maximum performance in an injury-free environment. This job description includes an outline of qualifications and responsibilities of a secondary school athletic trainer. (FMW)

Argues that educational professionals at all levels of the school system must demonstrate individual and collective leadership daily in order to effectively deal with the needs of students, staff, and communities. Discusses attributes of effective schools, and the pivotal role of principals in fostering school success. (SV)

The primary contribution of adult education in a democracy, before all other purposes, is civic education. Reluctance to facilitate citizen understanding of problems and participation in solutions leaves adult education on the sidelines. (SK)

Schools in Alberta, Canada are trying to create environments that promote respect and responsibility in students and staff while providing an opportunity for students to meet required academic standards. The background of the Safe and Caring Schools Initiative is discussed. This program, which tries to reduce disruptive behavior and improve…

The presence of international students on a campus enriches the collegiate experience of other students. International students bring with them a wealth of diverse ideas, challenging their classmates to see the world from a variety of perspectives. As a result, students enrolled in courses from art and literature, social sciences, math, or natural…

The entire article consists of questions focusing on the role of the science teacher in today's society, in the school system, and in educational development. (MP)

Argues that museums, as public educational institutions, must meet the challenge of educating the public, specifically by planning for education that focuses on the pressing issues and problems of people's lives. States that museums must educate for public responsibility, and discusses the ethical and educational imperatives that guide public…

Interviews with outstanding principals identify the characteristics and skill areas of outstanding administrators. Exceptional administrators are knowledgeable in all areas related to the educational process. (MD)