Describes books and periodicals that contain public and private laws, presidential proclamations, executive orders, joint and concurrent regulations, etc. or interpretations of laws such as Supreme Court decisions and federal district court and appellate court decisions. The descriptions include information such as title, numbering system,…

Presents survey data indicating that public administration education programs need to be more attuned to the professional requirements of international and U.S. students working in developing nations. Reviews instructional materials and techniques required to achieve this result.(JDH)

Discusses the grounds for political obligation, adapting John Searle's argument about 'promising' to the case of voting. Presents a method for citizenship education which specifies a path to political obligation based upon participation. Concludes that participation, specifically voting, leads to political obligation. (GEA)

Describes technique designed to aid students in introductory, quantitative, college level political science courses interpret simple, bivariate tables. Technique involves simulation of a computer sort. Evaluation of technique indicates that once students have participated in a tangible experience akin to a computer operation, they are better able…

Considers several systems automating local departmental-based data facilities. Describes design and implementation of a simple system. Concludes by reflecting on changes needed in the system. (Author/CK)