Through computer simulation activities, building designs can be tested and evaluated before construction begins, alternatives developed, and cost-benefit ratios analyzed. Annotations of 15 publications in the ERIC system that involve the use of computers and school planning are contained in this digest. (Author/MLF)

A systems approach to college administration and planning is probably the most valuable tool available for coping with the complex problems facing institutions of higher education today. A system is defined as a set of interrelated elements, units, or subsystems that work together toward a common goal. If a college functions as a system, the…

The implementation of year-round schools requires careful planning and management. An activity plan provides an effective technique for implementation and action by necessitating the outlining of goals and the identification of procedures and activities to achieve those goals. Additionally, it provides techniques for monitoring ongoing plans and…