Reports five cases regarding parliamentary procedures, the provisions applicable, questions raised, and opinions on appropriate rulings. (JK)

Argues that concentrating upon the intent of a speaker is more important than upon the precision with which prescribed terminology is utilized. (JK)

Points out specific conflicts between the "Reference Guide to Procedures for Meetings and Organizations" and the book itself, "Procedures for Meeting and Organizations," both authored by Kerr and King. Notes that it is essential that the two be in complete agreement and suggests that in the future this should be the case. (NH)

Recommends crossword puzzles as a useful method for teaching students parliamentary procedures. Outlines steps in creating puzzles using the computer program "Crossword Match." Includes two parliamentary puzzles and answers. (PD)

Applies the following memorization techniques to the learning of parliamentary rules: selectivity, organization, understanding, motivation, and association. Available from American Institute of Parliamentarians, 229 Army Post Road, Suite B, Des Moines, IA 50315; sc $1.25. (PD)

Noting that parliamentary procedure instruction should begin before college, this article discusses how registered parliamentarians can introduce high school students to parliamentary procedures, particularly through student government activities. (PD)

Explains how to serve as a parliamentarian for a national organization and how this position fits in with academic teaching. (PD)

Analyzes the difference between a motion and other statements connoted by the verbs "recommend,""suggest," and "order." Claims this difference is crucial to and touches on the very essentials of parliamentary law and procedure. (NH)

Includes a survey of non-school organizations and a list of resource guides. (CH)

States that the key to teaching parliamentary procedure lies in emphasizing the relation of the topic to the student, stressing the "you" factor. Suggests the use of misdirection as an effective teaching tool and presents specific suggestions for organization and subject matter. (NH)

Highlights the literature of the past 60 years on parliamentary procedure courses in higher education. Presents a rhetorical communication view of such courses and a brief format for their teaching. Available from Parliamentary Journal, Institute of Parliamentarians, Suite 206, Liberty Building, Des Moines, Iowa 50309; sc $1.00. (JMF)

This survey, instituted to provide a basis for workshop instructional content, reports what officials (below the state level) believe they need to know about procedures in meetings. (PD)

Discusses the problems in teaching parliamentary procedure. Available from American Institute of Parliamentarians, 229 Army Post Road, Suite B, Des Moines, IA 50315; sc $1.25. (JMF)