Dilemmas of open admissions policy: quality and efficiency in Swedish higher education

This paper is concerned with the critical question as to whether the performance of the Swedish system of higher education can be considered satisfactory in a general sense and in comparison with other countries. Different efficiency and quality criteria are used in identifying central problems besetting higher education in Sweden. It is concluded that a liberal, unified system with generous admission principles such as that of Sweden, despite its apparently low efficiency, nevertheless would seem to reach an internationally acceptable standard of yield relative to costs. Thus, it is suggested that the improved democratization of higher education in this Nordic country has not been bought at the general expense of quality, as is often claimed by people critical of progressive higher education.     

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A psychoeducational approach in the treatment of anorexia nervosa

An overview of anorexia nervosa and a brief review of the most relevant literature is presented. The unique treatment needs of the anorexic child are discussed in terms of their overall influence, and particularly in view of typical cognitive and educational demands on the child. The psychoeducational approach is elaborated and applied to this understanding of the anorexic child. Issues that arise in dealing with the anorexic child in the classroom are discussed, and specific interventions and techniques are described. Primary goals for this treatment technique are elaborated, and case material demonstrating how these issues would be managed in the psychoeducational setting is presented.     

Centre of mass kinematics of fast bowling in cricket

Kinematic studies have shown that fast bowlers have run-up velocities, based on centre of mass velocity calculations, which are comparable to elite javelin throwers. In this study, 34 fast bowlers (22.3 ± 3.7 years) of premier grade level and above were tested using a three-dimensional (3-D) motion analysis system (240 Hz). Bowlers were divided into four speed groups: slow-medium, medium, medium-fast, and fast. The mean centre of mass velocity at back foot contact (run-up speed) was 5.3 ± 0.6 m/s. Centre of mass velocity at back foot contact was significantly faster in the fastest two bowling groups compared to the slow-medium bowling group. In addition, stepwise multiple regression analysis showed that the centre of mass deceleration over the delivery stride phase was the strongest predictor of ball speed in the faster bowling groups. In conclusion, centre of mass kinematics are an important determinant of ball speed generation in fast bowlers. In particular, bowlers able to coordinate their bowling action with periods of centre of mass deceleration may be more likely to generate high ball speed.     

以史为训:佛儒关系的考察

在后现代的语境下重建儒学,是当代学术界传达出的一个新的声音,而这种重建首先遇到的便是其与多元文化如何相处的问题。本文以宋初佛儒关系之交涉为题,考察了其时二教争端的历史事实,提醒我们需要关注历史上儒家呈显出的排他与偏狭的倾向,及同时出现的儒家温和改革的主张,以便更好地接受历史的经验,使儒学能以积极与更有意义的方式参予当代社会与文化的各种对话。