This publication is designed to provide teacher educators and educational innovators and decision makers with information that will help them to manage change. In the first section, "Pressures for Change," societal and reform pressures are identified. The second section, "The Institutional Imperatives," discusses finance, facilities, and…

This review of educational information resources supported by the federal government, state and local taxes, and professional associations, provides a summary of the more active information centers along with the titles of some handbooks that can guide the user to additional resources. It also discusses who uses information and how, targeting of…

Designed for educators requesting information from ERIC and for the search intermediary who channels educators' requests to a search service, this updated guide explains in non-technical language the steps involved in preparing a computer search for the ERIC database. A beginning section on how to initiate a search discusses the choice of a…

The meaning of terminology in higher education, particularly terminology that is multinational in its use and often confusing or misunderstood, is examined. It is suggested that graduate students as well as other scholars and researchers need to define terms. A term used in a statement of a problem or in a dissertation that may be variously…

Highlights approximately 200 computer companies and briefly describes their products and services. Focuses on vendors of hardware, software, and computer-related services and materials. For software, indicates the availability of administrative/business, information systems, computer-assisted instruction, student administration and scheduling, and…

This report of a conference cosponsored by the National Rehabilitation Information Center and the Clearinghouse on the Handicapped provides background on the need for a network system to make effective use of the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) funded information services, defines and explains networking concepts and terminology, and…

The concepts of need and needs assessment are examined in the context of information needs for college administrators. A description is included of the conceptual framework underlying the Needs Assessment Information System (NAIS), which was developed by the National Center for Higher Education Management Systems. Attention is directed to: (1)…

The purpose of this directory is to assist migrant education programs in communicating with the appropriate migrant personnel from the regions and districts where Florida interstate students originate. The state of Florida will assist receiving state programs by sharing pertinent academic information for any student who is enrolled in another…

The World Wide Web can provide direct market research data inexpensively or can target the appropriate professional online database and narrow the search. This article discusses the Web presence of research and investment firms, financial pages, trade associations, and electronic publications containing market research data. It lists Uniform…

Classroom ideas and resource information for teachers in the areas of visual, hearing, and mobility impairments; developmental handicaps; and mental illness are presented. For each disability three topics of discussion are introduced to help the student understand individuals who have the disability. The first discussion area deals with the…

This document is an annotated compilation of citations to materials on occupational carcinogens, as well as on agencies and data bases dealing with the topic, which are available for use in public, worker, and professional education programs. The bibliography is intended to assist health educators, industrial hygienists, and health care providers…

Advancements and trends in administrative computing are discussed and their implications for management are examined. Trends in software and hardware development as well as cost and capability are also investigated. Sources of information on computer development, including publications and organizations, are listed. (Author/SF)

This guide is intended to be a reference for persons needing to know where to find information about science education, career opportunities, and other programs for physically handicapped individuals. Sources listed in the guide include: (1) Federal agencies that run assistance programs for the handicapped; (2) Professional societies specifically…

A catalog of research units in Pennsylvania is presented as part of the Pennsylvania Research Inventory Project. This project focuses on research units that have a defined focus of interest, specialized professional personnel, funding or budgeted support, and distinctive products and/or outcomes. The catalog lists research units in alphabetical…

The Users Manual for the Student Financial Aid Module of the Council for the Advancement of Small Colleges Planning and Data System (PDS) has been designed as a practical tool to be used primarily in conjunction with PDS participation. It is suggested that all small college administrators interested in the management and research of student…