Detailed criteria for the evaluation of print and non-print media needed in the expanding collections and guidance resource centers are presented. (Author)

Various results of school media center services evaluations using the Purdue Self-Evaluation system are described. (AP)

Reports results from a survey of 71 specialists and 17 generalists in the field of home economics, regarding issues facing the profession. Areas covered include (1) accreditation, (2) curriculum, (3) purpose, and (4) proposed new content areas. (CH)

A sample of 30 principals were interviewed regarding their understanding of terms describing the functions of media specialists as stated in the 1983 North Carolina evaluation instrument, and their sources of knowledge for making judgments about media specialist performance. Responses revealed substantial reliance on media specialists for…

Experiences at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in teaching with interactive spreadsheet computing are described. Advantages of using this software in engineering classes are noted. (JN)

Cites need for cooperation between schools and universities. Describes program of the Center for Professional Development at the University of Kentucky.

Training of specialists raises the question of degree of specialization desired in light of the need for specialists to be flexible, self-sufficient, and have a broad base of knowledge. (AV)

Part of AASL's Bottom Line Series, this guide to creating portfolios covers instructional and future uses of portfolios, how to maintain a professional portfolio, and the National Board Process as a professional portfolio. There is also a section on selected future reading on the subject.

The aim of this paper is to indicate to colleagues the purpose and use of the Newswatcher application for news and of listservers for specialist communication. This is the way in which I was able to find out more about WWW sites, as well as that news and specialist lists are of interest in themselves. Firstly I should make clear that all the…

Providing an introduction to anyone considering directing as a field of study or career, this book takes a broad look at the process of directing and encourages students and professionals alike to look outside of the movie industry for inspiration. Chapters in the book discuss selecting and acquiring material; budgeting and financing; casting and…

As an introduction to this issue, Dr. Barber defines open education; discusses the development of open media services, materials requirements, competencies of the media specialist; and, introduces the issue authors and their articles. (Other articles are LI 503 161 through 503 167.) (7 references) (SJ)

The considerations necessary for creating a viable library media center encompass all aspects of the school's environment. The type of learning should dictate the environment that is to be designed. The human element must not be overlooked in the utilization of the media environment. (Related articles are LI 503 160 through 503 166.) (3…

This is a discussion of the emerging role of the counselor as a consultant in organization development. In this role the counselor can better help schools to develop more emotionally supportive climates for working and learning. (JC)