Surveyed independent living centers (ILCs) to collect demographic information about their programs and to analyze existing service and organizational needs. Results suggest a number of similarities and differences between ILCs funded under Title VII and other ILCs. Program demographics, current organizational needs, and current service needs are…

A brief examination of a system which attempts to help insure that educators get maximum results given a less than optimum learning space. (AK)

The concluding article in a series intended to aid in the planning of visualized presentations. This section discusses in detail the recommended considerations for the service and support functions of the sponsor before, during and after the conference." (Author/LS)

Compares machine-oriented and goal-oriented strategies for introducing computers into child- and youth-care agencies. Correlates agency needs with microcomputer applications. (SAK)

This publication discusses conditions that feed wildfires, how a building catches fire, determining the school's risk, creating a survivable space for the school, the importance of maintenance, the fire-resistant school, meeting code requirements, and related flood and mudslide risks. Much of this publication has been adapted for schools from the…

Describes the new Rich Electronic Computer Center at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta. (PG)

Pepperdine University, a private college, has managed to build a new campus and overhaul the curriculum at the same time. (PG)

Designing fire protection into a building is complex; it requires effective coverage, an economical installation, and compliance with many regulations. (Author)

Offers advice in making sense of what building codes say about low-sloped commercial roofing systems. (EV)