More than 60 different tactual maps were created on capsule paper to examine the effectiveness of this process. The medium's composition, steps necessary for map compilation and processing, equipment costs and operations, appropriate symbolization, and advantages and disadvantages of the process are discussed. (Author/CL)

In 1979, a Committee on Production Guidelines for Book Longevity was formed to study some aspects of the book preservation problem. Composed of representatives from libraries, publishing, and the paper industry, the committee set two primary objectives: to increase knowledge about the durability of books and other materials, and to encourage…

Describes how to organize a computer-paper recycling project. (MM)

In addition to a historic overview of papermaking, this book explains the painstaking process of papermaking and details the results of actually making paper from samples of grass gathered from Arizona to Minnesota, and Maine to California, including 11 states and climates. The book describes how to teach papermaking and offers a list of equipment…

Provides illustrated directions for hand-made book making, including the production of ink, quill pens, paper, signatures, and cover. (CMV)

The purposes of educational paperwork, the reasons it may be excessive, and suggestions for mitigating excessive paperwork are presented in this document. According to the author, educational paperwork has four purposes: as a substitute for onsite inspection, as a "pseudo-contract" to encourage compliance, as a due process and…

An archivist can help educational institutions in appraising records, preparing retention and disposition schedules, and advising on methods of retaining records. An integrated archival/records management can save money by reducing both the amount of paperwork produced and the amount of storage space needed. (Author/MLF)

Describes the Polish paper-cutting folk art called "wycinanki," and provides instructions for teachers to assist their students in the production of this decorative art form. (MDM)

Practical guidelines are offered to implement recycling principles through use of recycled paper for university publications. Considered are the definition of recycled paper, deterrents to its use, techniques for overcoming the deterrents, and the experiences of publications designers and managers at 11 institutions. (DB)

Purchasing recycled paper should be part of every school's solid-waste reduction efforts. Public purchasing can stimulate demand for collected materials and encourage industry to produce recycled products. Schools can form buying consortiums to reduce costs. Schools can also practice source reduction of waste. Lists information resources. (MLF)

Presented is a technique for making various molecular models from a strip of paper. Instructions for six models including tetrahedral, trigonal bipyramid, octahedral, pentagonal bipyramid, and capped octahedron models are provided. (CW)

This final article in a series on creating models for teaching about computer memory and disk storage and retrieval focuses on AppleWorks software and the Professional Disk Operating System (ProDOS). Instructions for creating a paper model of the AppleWorks menu system and the ProDOS disk file are given. (LRW)

This handbook on how to cut costs in college publications contains the following articles: "Stretching Your Publications Dollar: The Basics," by Kelvin J. Arden and William J. Whalen; "How to Print Cheaper," by M. Frederic Volkmann; "How Your Colleagues Cut Costs," by Robert S. Topor; "Printing Specifications: Writing Them Right," by M. Frederic…

This article focuses on the nature of acidity in pulp paper as found in comic books and library collections. Some of the various factors that contribute to the deterioration of paper are considered from a chemical perspective. (CW)

This publication outlines the need for further education colleges (FEC) to respond to environmental concerns in terms of their moral obligations and in the light of current pressures from educational policy makers, business and industry, and students. It contains over 100 recommendations for action and suggestions for the management of a…