Provides a personal account of the experiences of an American nun while teaching at Fu Jen Catholic University in Taiwan. Explains the Taiwanese educational system and the role of Catholic education within it. (CBC)

The author insists that Catholic colleges must not acquiesce to America's cultural malaise by taking a position of moral neutrality. Rather they must join vigorously in public moral discussion and, through renewed theological and liberal arts instruction, work to produce literate graduates who are capable of ethical judgment. (SJL)

Describes a study of graduate students in pastoral ministries and religious education who are not seminarians. Reviews findings related to students' demographics and background, previous work experience, and future goals and describes practical issues related to undertaking graduate studies. Indicates that a majority of the students hoped to work…

Reviews the history of the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU), from its inception in 1899 to the present. Highlights World War I as a turning point for ACCU because of an increased impetus to improve the schools and their enrollments. States that near the middle of the century, Catholic higher education joined the mainstream,…

Indicates that, after considerable interest in the 1960s and 1970s, religious education and catechetical programs at Catholic colleges are currently being discontinued or downsized. Argues that there is a great need for religious educators trained in catechism. Describes three cooperative programs between colleges and churches to fill that need.…

Begins by distinguishing between internal and external forms of assessment. Methods and criteria for internal assessment are determined by the appropriate academic and governance structures within the institution. External assessment criteria usually are determined by an entity outside of an individual institution. Examines the utility of…

Describes an in-service teacher education program designed to address the multicultural issues faced by a 38% non-white Catholic school. Indicates that educators must decide what multiculturalism includes, how it should be implemented, and how it will affect teaching styles before implementing an in-service training program. (MAB)

This document is a theme issue of the journal "Momentum", devoted to the topic "Teacher Education: A Continuum." It contains 15 articles in the central section and 7 articles in a special section subtitled "The Multicultural Challenge." The following articles on the central theme are presented: (1) "Closing the…