The Task Force on School Health and Teacher Education presents a a report on the accomplishments of the objectives for which it was formed: (1) to develop a position statement on School Health and Teacher Education; (2) to identify states that incorporate health/health education as a requirement in their programs for the preparation of teachers;…

The Course Sequencing Pathways Computer Support System was developed at Miami-Dade Community College (MDCC) to aid students and advisors in selecting appropriate courses based on test scores, MDCC graduation requirements, the university of choice (if applicable), and the student's major. A student report, which is calculated on-line, is available…

Describes a family study course required of nursing students at the University of Hartford. The course focuses on healthy family assessment and sharpens students' view of total patient care. (CH)

This report addresses the success of students as they progress through reading, English, and mathematics course sequences at Miami-Dade Community College (M-DCC) (Florida). Results suggest that passing prerequisite courses does not ensure that students are adequately prepared for the next course in the sequence, especially in the lower level…

In the wake of New York State's action plan to raise graduation standards, New York City's public schools have struggled to meet the new mandates and still provide adequate remedial services to students who need them. Offering alternative crediting through independent and group work is proving successful. (MLH)

Liberal Arts undergraduates at the University of Minnesota must complete at least two courses which focus primarily on Blacks, American Indians, Asian Americans, and/or Chicanos. The consideration that went into shaping and adopting this controversial requirement are recounted and analyzed. (Author/VM)

Reports and analyzes the consequences of a university's abolishing any required writing course, using the case of the Director of Writing at Portland State University. Discusses effects on assessment, funding, service, and staff and staffing needs. (SR)

This paper provides a descriptive account of a mandatory course in special education, and includes examples of the impact that teacher candidates report the course has on their attitudes towards students with special needs. The paper begins by describing the changes that were made at the University of Manitoba in the move towards a two-year…

To address re-accreditation issues, North Florida Community College devised Essential Skills Blocks required for all students. Librarians devised an Information Skills course and collaborated with faculty to reach and teach the students. The authors discuss the outcomes of this project.

This article focuses on attempts to introduce elements of sustainable development education into the curriculum of one of the largest Russian universities. At St. Petersburg State University, compulsory courses relevant to sustainable development have been introduced or modified in 14 faculties out of 20 during the last decade. Examples of…

This descriptive report examines the strategies of the six Southeast Region states (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, and South Carolina) to improve high school graduation rates and student achievement and to increase the number of students leaving high school with the skills and knowledge necessary for the twenty-first…

The study examines the extent to which elementary education teacher preparation programs in 36 randomly selected colleges and universities in the six Southeast Region states integrate content related to students with disabilities. Findings indicate that a variety of strategies are utilized to integrate disability content into teacher preparation…

In an effort to infuse professional and preprofessional academic programs with liberal arts learning, this project at the University of Baltimore (Maryland) resulted in the establishment of a required liberal arts core curriculum for upper division students. The project provided funding for three activities: interdisciplinary team teaching of the…

This brief pamphlet provides a description of the obligatory and optional subjects taught in all 10 forms of the "Folkeskole," as of August 1976. Those subjects include: (1) Danish; (2) Arithmetic/Mathematics: (3) Physical Education and Sport; (4) Christian Studies (compulsory school, i.e. 1st-9th forms); (5) Christian Studies/Religious…

This brief pamphlet describes the regulations applying to instruction in the optional subjects of the "Folkeskole," as of June 1975. Pupils in the 8th to 10th forms may be offered instruction in the following subjects and topics: (1) Typing; (2) Photography; (3) Drama; (4) Film; (5) History; (6) Geography; (7) Biology; (8) Creative Art;…