Ongoing evaluation occurs during the progression of an action and is widely used as a means of judging the progress and achievements of language programs. This article focuses on the ongoing evaluation of an English-as-a-Foreign-Language program in China and the roles of the teachers and learners in the process. (Author/VWL)

Feedback from students can inform improvement in higher education institutions and be part of the students' role in university management. To be effective it is important to"close the loop": from student views, through identifying issues and delegating responsibility for action, to informing students of the action resulting from their expressed…

This paper analyzes the stages of educational development beginning in the 1950s and 1960s, when mass economies began to emerge, immediately after World War II. This essay covers the last 40 years that have been characterized by rapid change and the most fascinating acceleration in the history of humanity. During those four decades, education…

A teacher of English as a second language in a Japanese university found that despite large classes and time limitations, by changing four aspects of classroom instruction, the students increased their language capabilities and confidence. The four aspects are the teacher's role, the student's role, classroom materials, and student evaluation. The…

Describes 10 educational functions of computer conferencing for undergraduate and graduate students based on the CoSy system at the University of Guelph. Influences on student behavior are examined, the importance of adequate training is stressed, and guidelines for the use of conferencing are given, including use in distance education.…

The authors describe the Japanese public education system, focusing on (1) teachers' roles, (2) parental involvement, (3) cooperative spirit among students, and (4) childrearing practices. Implications for education in the United States are presented. (CH)

Hungarian college students, who constitute a special social class, have expectations that the college experience does not always meet. Student socialization would be enhanced by well-motivated career choice, values development, and development of mature, professionalized behavior patterns in students. (MSE)

Follow-up to a 1965 study of the relationships of student self-concept, values, vocational choice, and education suggests that (1) while career choice may be harder for this generation of students, they have higher expectations, and (2) the real personal values guiding career choice may be revealed only well after schooling is completed. (MSE)

The Internet is a valuable tool to use as a teaching resource, but there are many factors to take into account for Internet delivery--not just how to use the technology most effectively, but also how to assess the results, monitor student progress, and ensure that your materials are used to promote real learning. This second edition examines the…

This study analyzed the beliefs of student teachers in two Hong Kong teacher training programs: the Post-Graduate Diploma of Education (PGDE) and the Teachers' Certificate (TC) programs. It examined student teachers' beliefs when they first entered the program and noted characteristics of the beliefs. Ten student teachers from a 1-year PGDE…

The potential of using a school-based approach to teacher education was investigated in an action study undertaken jointly by three European institutions of higher education. The Joint Studies Programme of the Commission of the European Community for institutions of higher education initiated and developed the school-based projects. (Author/PP)

Profiles the numbers and types of Shanghai (China) students studying abroad from 1978 to 1985. Discusses how many went at their own expense, and how many went with governmental support. Identifies ways to ensure students' return because the rationale for studying abroad is to improve the pace and quality of China's modernization. (CH)

Argues for a comprehensive overhaul, in both classroom use and philosophical approach, in the role of technology in the Hong Kong educational system. Maintains that technology will, and must, redefine traditional concepts of education. Calls on administrators to support this change. (MJP)

The experience of Napier University (Scotland) with new mandatory quality assessments is examined, focusing on issues arising in the first two rounds of evaluation site visits, including defining quality; role of the lead evaluator; framework for the visit; role of the student; quality of the reports; and cost-benefit analysis. (MSE)

Considers issues raised by Ann Irving's article in this yearbook, including the changing roles of students, teachers, and librarians in elementary and secondary schools; differences in information technology in the United Kingdom and the United States; and information access, using whatever medium is appropriate. (LRW)