The mini-course concept need not be restricted to exploratory courses; it works well in the basic general education areas. Available from National Middle School Association, P.O. Box 968, Fairborn, Ohio 45324; $1.50 single copy. (Author/MLF)

Describes a program of out-of-school computer classes intended for testing out various approaches to teaching children about computers. Program began with teacher training in LOGO computer language, followed by team-taught extracurricular computer electives. Program is self-supporting and rapidly expanding. (TE)

This study presents some of the most frequent questions asked by teachers in Indiana concerning phase-elective English programs. Some answers to these questions were compiled by a committee appointed by the Indiana State Department of Public Instruction. The contributors reviewed published and unpublished articles and curriculum guides, as well as…

Describes how one school district has been able to expand its curriculum offerings at very little cost by offering mini-enrichment courses on Saturday mornings. (DN)

Authors report on a recently completed study which measured the responses of students and teachers to mini-courses in the social studies. (Editor/CB)

Descirbes a secondary science program designed to increase enrollment by offering semester courses. Thirty courses, in the biological and physical sciences, are offered for one semester and one-half credit. Earth science enrollment has increased significantly in the upper grade classes. Student evaluations are mostly favorable. (MA)

A three week course designed to create an ecological awareness on the part of each student is described. (DE)

Advocates the use of minicourses in teaching secondary school science. Topics are suggested and methods for structuring minicourses are discussed. (JR)

Twenty four mini-elective courses utilizing mass media were organized to motivate students in English classes at Shuler Junior High School, Cleveland, Ohio. (DS)

Minicourses, one of the most popular educational developments to appear in a long time, are the subject of this working paper. It is designed to illustrate the impact of and to provide information about short courses or mini-courses, in the Pennsylvania secondary social studies curriculum. An attempt is made to answer questions that are frequently…

The establishment of a minicourse of four three-hour sessions devoted to the examination and debate of selected ethical issues at Queen's University is described. Students chose topics for discussion and organized debates between faculty and community members. (Author/MLW)

Describes the development of activity centered science minicourses in an isolated California high school, and lists the characteristics considered essential for a good minicourse curriculum. Advocates a program in which specialist teachers travel between small rural schools with limited resources, presenting well developed and exciting…

Author describes the mini-course not only as curriculum revitalization but also as an important basis for improved personnel relations throughout the school. (Author//RK)