This paper describes a theoretical model and the results of its application to a particular laboratory program. A variety of issues arising from this kind of design are also described. (Author/CJ)

Results indicated an absence of single dimensions that distinguish between successful and unsuccessful organizations; however, three general areas serve to differentiate organizations in the two categories. Available from: NTL Institute for Applied Behavioral Science, P.O. Box 9155, Rosslyn Station, Arlington, Virginia 22209, $4.75 single copy.…

Organizations are under challenge as a result of the break with traditional authority, the growth of democratic ideology, economic affluence, changing needs and motive patterns, and the accelerated rate of change. There is a need for a new consensus about organizational restructuring acknowledging role of direct democracy and representative…

Describes a series of strategies that enabled a nationwide government program, the Teacher Corps, to survive, despite formidable external and internal constraints, and suggests some general patterns that may apply to other cases. Comments by Richard A. Graham and Roland L. Warren. (Author)

This paper presents a set of concepts about the nature of the organization, the nature of the individual, and the nature of the career, the set of events which tie the individual and the organization together. (Author)

The role of women in leadership positions can be understood fully only by considering both the process and the broader structural aspects of the organization. Available from: JABS Order Dept., NTL Institute for Applied Behavior Science, P.O. Box 9155, Rosslyn Station, Arlington, Virginia 22209 (Author)

A case study of a woman manager and her staff within a mental health center is analyzed in an attempt to interrelate organizational structure, leadership style, and staff group dynamics. The approach to the exercise of authority is sociopsychological. Available from: JAB S Order Dept., NTL Institute for Applied Behavioral Science, P.O. Box 9155,…

Based upon the assumption that a human system passes through several phases as it adapts to a crisis situation, the article describes a four stage model, each phase presented as it applies to the individual in crisis and then extended to incorporate organizational parameters. Comments follow by Leonard Soloman and Norman Paris. (Author/BY)

This paper describes the background, execution, and outcomes of the first year of an affirmative action training program for managers and supervisors in city government. Available from: JABS Order Dept., NTL Institute for Applied Behavioral Science, P.O. Box 9155, Rosslyn Station, Arlington, Virginia 22209. (Author)