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Saracevic, Tefko; And Others – 1968
The Comparative Systems Laboratory (CSL) proposed to deal with the problem of testing retrieval systems by examining a number of processes involved in such systems, with particular attention to the human factor. It is hoped that the results of the project will be useful in refining methodologies for experimentation with information retrieval (IR)…
Descriptors: Information Retrieval, Information Systems, Input Output Analysis, Operations Research
Judy, Richard W.; And Others – 1968
In illustrating how systems analysis can aid university planning, a report is presented of the early results of the application of systems analysis to problems of planning in the Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto. Analysis is reported of various alternative policies concerning enrollment, curriculum, involvement of teaching, hospitals,…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Critical Path Method, Educational Planning, Input Output Analysis
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Journal of Educational Research, 1972
Article describes a systems analysis model for large educational enterprises, which prominently employs instructional objectives. (Author)
Descriptors: Educational Objectives, Educational Research, Educational Strategies, Input Output Analysis
SISSON, ROGER L. – 1967
OPERATIONS RESEARCH CONCEPTS ARE POTENTIALLY USEFUL FOR STUDY OF SUCH LARGE URBAN SCHOOL DISTRICT PROBLEMS AS INFORMATION FLOW, PHYSICAL STRUCTURE OF THE DISTRICT, ADMINISTRATIVE DECISION MAKING BOARD POLICY FUNCTIONS, AND THE BUDGET STRUCTURE. OPERATIONAL ANALYSIS REQUIRES (1) IDENTIFICATION OF THE SYSTEM UNDER STUDY, (2) IDENTIFICATION OF…
Descriptors: Administrative Policy, Bibliographies, Computers, Decision Making
Saracevic, Tefko – 1968
The Comparative Systems Laboratory (CSL) proposed to deal with the problems of testing retrieval systems by examining a number of processes involved in such systems, with particular attention to the human factor. It is hoped that the results of the project will be useful in refining methodologies for experimentation with information retrieval (IR)…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Evaluation Methods, Indexing, Information Retrieval
Van Dusseldorp, Ralph A.; And Others – 1971
This book focuses on and utilizes the methodology and tools of systems analysis and operations research to demonstrate their use in planning for the future and meeting public demands for information on how tax money is being spent by educational administrators. The range of possible and relevant applications is demonstrated by a step-by-step…
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Critical Path Method, Data Processing, Decision Making
Milam, John H., Jr. – 2000
This paper presents a complex, hybrid, method of cost analysis of online courses, which incorporates data on expenditures; student/course enrollment; departmental consumption/contribution; space utilization/opportunity costs; direct non-personnel costs; computing support; faculty/staff workload; administrative overhead at the department, dean, and…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Cost Effectiveness, Distance Education, Educational Technology