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Brodinsky, Ben – Phi Delta Kappan, 1976
The University of Mid-America brings low-cost education to people in their homes through reliance on self-instruction packages and the mass media. (Author/IRT)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Independent Study, Nontraditional Education, Open Education
Braun, Joseph A., Jr.; Brown, Max H. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1984
The Challenge education program for student teachers entails selecting and performing challenging tasks in six areas: cognitive development, logical inquiry, adventure, creativity, practical skill, and volunteer service. The program is credited with helping break down sex-role stereotypes, building a sense of accomplishment, and developing…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Daily Living Skills, Experiential Learning, Higher Education
Niebuhr, Herman, Jr. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1981
Realizing that education and human development institutions are part of a larger system of human learning and development points the way to strengthening the learning/development process, renewing institutional vitality along the way. (Author/IRT)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Futures (of Society), Higher Education, Independent Study
