In a response to Albert Ellis' feature article, the author calls the article "disappointing" and points out several inconsistancies. (HMV)

In a response to Albert Ellis' feature article, the author agrees with Ellis but feels that less time should be spent proving which counseling method is better than the next, and more time spent in comparative research as per clients' gains. (HMV)

This paper presents three practical research strategies for facilitating social change in the black community: 1) evaluation, 2) theory-testing, and 3) education and training. These are discussed in relation to the following three variables: researcher relation to the organization, intervention strategy, and the utilization of data. (Author/AM)

Presents a reply on a previously written article on school district organization and student achievement along with a further rebuttal by the authors of the article. (Author/AM)

Studies that relate computerization to either centralization or decentralization of organizational decision making are reviewed. Four issues are addressed that relate to conceptual or methodological problems. (Author/MLF)

Reports on the evaluation of an audiovisual tutorial (AVT) package used in several two-year colleges, finding that the AVT experience has no differential effect on learning for the experimental group. Also discusses basic research problems and offers solutions. (Author/JR)

Discusses a survey of one hundred speech communication departments to determine practices and policies regarding selection and use of subjects in research. Looks at potential effects of generalizing research results from such a population and suggests methods for resolving generality problems in speech communication research. (MH)

Argues that developmental psychology remains parochial in spite of increased cross-cultural developmental research. Reviews research and theories dealing with cognitive development in childhood and adolescence. Contributions outside Piagetian and Vygotskian traditions are outlined along with suggestions for further research on emotional…

Explores the different perspectives classroom teachers and researchers bring to any collaboration, noting that the relationship between the two should be symbiotic and that the problems of practice should inform the questions that researchers ask, while the issues addressed in research should help teachers obtain a clearer perspective on teaching.…

The results of Seaver's (1973) quasi-experimental study of the effects of teacher expectancies on student achievement based on older sibling performance are reinterpreted as a regression artifact. That this rival explanation has not been recognized in the literature is probably due to the effects of researcher expectancies. (Author/BS)

Considers some of the pros and cons of using group interviews in educational research. Illustrates some of these issues by examining a recent study in science education. (RKM)

Encourages a team approach to research in music education and advocates the use of a broad array of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. Emphasizes the need for clear communication between researchers and classroom teachers. (RKM)

Higher education research, still in its adolescence, suffers from (1) seldom addressing major issues, and (2) research methods that are too narrow. The scientific method is not appropriate for studying individuals or social institutions; higher education researchers need to develop a multi-faceted research strategy sensitive to its many ties with…

A look at the quality of some of the research on school computer use shows many shortcomings. Lists 19 questions to ask and answer before judging the effect of computers. (MLF)

Notes utility of research linking teacher behavior to student outcomes and cautions that the research assumes that practitioners avoid certain common mistakes. Offers guidelines for appropriately interpreting and using teacher effects research and thus avoiding its misuse. (SKC)