This article looks at the complex network of co-operation which has had to be created for the Open University to achieve any success. (Editor/RY)

Gives statistics of increase in fees and decrease in enrollment in adult education program. Points out regional differences and how they affect various age and class groups. Discusses economic, social and psychological motivation of students and suggests additions and changes that would attract others to the program. (RB)

The article describes the relationship between the Hampshire (England) county Local Educational Agency (LEA) and the University of Southampton in the fields of adult education training and research. Diploma and degree programs and in-service programs for adult educators were planned and operated by the university in collaboration with the LEA. (MF)