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Two techniques for evaluating student achievement in English as a second language are explained: the interview and the dictation exercise. Sample test items are presented. (PMP)

This series of illustrated texts in beginning Swahili is a project of the Language Section of the Curriculum Development and Research Centre of the Ministry of Education, Nairobi, Kenya. The course is designed specifically for children who begin the study of Swahili as a second language in Standard (Grade) 4. Students' texts consist of Volumes 1 (in two parts), 2, 3 and 4, accompanied by Teacher's Books 1, 2, 3, and 4. All material in the Students' Books appears in Swahili; in the Teacher's Books, the step-by-step instructions for carrying out the drills and other suggestions for classroom work are presented in English, for "those teachers of Swahili in Kenya who are still improving their own Swahili." Emphasis throughout the course is on oral practice; presentation of structures is graded for difficulty. Supplementary exercises are provided at the end of the Students' Books. Vocabulary lists are given at the end of the Teacher's Books. (AMM)

New Jersy has vocational training programs for students who are not suited for traditional academic education. (RA)

It is now an accepted fact that in the 21st century competition will be between networks of organisations and individuals, which efficiently and effectively integrate their competencies and resources in order to compete in a global economy (Bititci et al, 2004). Similarly the SME’2000 conference, which was held in Bologna, conclude that “SMEs belonging to networks are often more competitive and innovative than those operating in isolation. When working together, SMEs can increase their focus through specialisation in functions that are complementary within their networks”.