A model is described in which student nurses' preceptors are the joint-appointee nurse practitioners, with physicians providing consultation and serving as team participants. Key points that are examined are program development at the University of Illinois, how the program actually operated, and some of the problems encountered. (CT)

The microcomputer, an inexpensive computer unit, is now available for business education teachers to use in data processing courses. Elements of a computer course design are discussed: selecting equipment, selecting students, and course design. Explanations of the terms "hardware" and "software" are included. (CT)

The author, in a study of Worcester (Massachusetts) vocational training institutions, finds that at the postsecondary level there is an obvious adjustment of programs to needs. The schools do follow the labor market very closely, rather more than had been suspected. (CT)

Describes a word processing course which is structured to provide a hands-on experience with all the elements present in a centralized word processing center. The program provides expanded information processing capabilities to faculty and administrative offices plus experience for students in the utlization of modern equipment and systems…

The financing, structure, staffing, enrollments, and curricula of European vocational education systems display similarities to American occupational education programs which can form the basis for cooperative educational reforms. (SK)

Discusses the administrative and pedagogical issues related to the establishment and operation of an instructional program for library users in an academic library. (FM)

Describes a program of outdoor adventure activities within which managers can develop their powers to cope with change and to solve problems. (SK)

Presents strategies which facilitate the design, development, and operation of cooperative national training programs for health science faculty. Twelve references are listed. (FM)

Attempts to develop a standardized set of program objectives which could be used in designing, implementing, operating, and evaluating postsecondary marketing and distributive education programs and which would ultimately result in a degree of program standardization. (CT)

This article describes procedures for setting up a before- or after-school gymnastics program based on three principles: basic skills and safety rules; orientation to the physical setup and a demonstration of spotting techniques; and rewarding students. (JMF)

A program is described that provides physical therapy and a wide variety of activities for the handicapped. (JD)

The use of heart rate measurement to aid in the design of individualized exercise programs is suggested. (LH)

Integration of staff development and career education concepts is examined from the following viewpoints: training (through graduate courses, conferences, or staff development programs); trainers (in-house or visiting experts); timing (long-term, short-term); location; and who should be involved. (CT)

Concern about the declining level of physical fitness of police officers has led the Bureau of Training of the Kentucky Department of Justice and the Department of Physical Education at Eastern Kentucky University to implement a training course for police instructors. (LH)

Training methods for the preparation of teacher aides are described. (LH)