The flexibility of individualized instruction has permitted experimentation with an almost unlimited number of learning resources. One of the most useful of these is the remote access information system. (NH)

UCLA project to become information center for distribution of materials in the health occupations field. (Editor)

The need to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of school media programs is addressed. Media programs must prove that they contribute to a school's instructional program and to student learning. Cost estimates for establishing and operating a program are given, and research needs are discussed. (PP)

Discussion of the role of school libraries in the education system of Kenya highlights a description of Kenya (geographical, social, political, economical, educational), existing library service, and courses offered at Kenya Institute of Education to prepare participants to head learning resources centers. (EJS)

Discusses evaluation of microcomputer courseware for school libraries, noting the evaluation process (selecting evaluation instrument, selecting and obtaining courseware for review), and steps of the evaluation program. Sources of evaluation instruments and courseware reviews, and evaluation forms of California Library Media Consortium for…

Presents responses to some commonly-asked questions about the development of "Computer Cat," a microcomputer-based online catalog system in a Colorado elementary school learning resources center. Computer knowledge required to implement such a system, hardware selection, hardware requirements, student use of the system, and educational…

Discussion of microcomputer applications in a medium-sized school library highlights planning, computer software functions, circulation processes, reference services, print reports (bibliographies, overdue book notices, circulation analysis), special functions, equipment needs, and funding possibilities. (EJS)

Examines the School Instructional Development Model, which focuses on the library media specialist's role in instructional design and curriculum improvement. There are 11 references. (Author/RAA)

Describes the innovative techniques that can be used in an elementary school library to motivate children, from kindergarten through the upper grades, to read. (Author/LLS)

Describes an investigation on the impact of book review warning symbols on the selection of books by library and education students for children from preschool through 8th grade. Results showing a negative influence are discussed, as well as implications for media specialists and teachers in choosing materials. References are included. (BK)

Provides a comprehensive list of bilingual centers across the country that offer aid in curriculum development, materials selection, teacher training, assessment and dissemination, and antidiscrimination guidelines for linguistic minorities. (Editor)

Describes a reading program focusing on Newbery Medal and Honor Books developed by a library/media specialist and a sixth-grade reading teacher. Evolution of the group format into an individualized approach is discussed, as well as such positive outcomes of the program as increased enjoyment of reading by students. (BK)