Examines the importance of the new technologies and computerized data to the survival and flourishing of the GPO depository program. Included are views on microfiche, computer output microfilm, and comments on the role of the Joint Committee on Printing. Three references are provided. (RAA)

Describes the modification of computer programs (BISON and POLLUT) to accommodate species and areas indigenous to the Pacific Coast area. Suggests that these programs, suitable for PET microcomputers, may foster a long-term, ongoing, inquiry-directed approach in biology. (DS)

Several computer-oriented lessons designed to explore and exploit the problem-solving capabilities of currently available, inexpensive systems are presented. The programing language BASIC is featured. (MP)

Automating a library system via computer can increase efficient handling of all operations including circulation, cataloging, acquisition, and bibliographic reference. (Author/MK)

Describes aims, objectives content, and instructional strategies of a course in systems modelling and control at Imperial College, England. Major problem areas include multivariable control system design, estimation and filtering, and the design and use of adaptive "self-tuning" regulators. (Author/JN)

A survey of department heads and faculty members provides information to update a 1977 report on the current state of instructional computers in institutions of higher education. (MK)

A method of course and teaching style evaluation using a computer is described. The method allows students to list the dimensions they themselves wish to evaluate. (JMF)

The reasons for the relatively small amount of computer usage in schools is reviewed. The author outlines several problems and predicts a long uphill struggle before they become well established in the classroom. (MP)

Presents a computer analysis of talk-silence patterns of mixed sex triads related to levels of communication apprehension. Results indicate that high apprehensives talk less, talk less often, and are interrupted less often than low apprehensives. Discusses the implications of computer use in talk-silence behavior research. (JMF)

Outlines the characteristics of TRAINER, a computer-based system designed to aid individuals in learning and practicing the search skills needed in using online bibliographic retrieval services. (FM)

Advancements in educational testing, especially in the computerized construction of tests from item banks, are outlined and explained. It is suggested that these methods open the door to more individualized and more formative type of testing. (MSE)

In response to interest from geography teachers in the United Kingdom, isoline drawing and surface drawing programs have been made available to them through an interface program in BASIC. The software has proved to be a successful aid in the teaching of geography. (Author/CMV)

The results of the WASC Project at the Technical University of Wroclaw have confirmed the possibility of constructing informatic systems based on the recognized size and specifics of user's needs (needs of the university) and provided some solutions to the problem of collaboration of computer systems at remote universities. (Author/CMV)

Describes and compares some CMI systems, e.g., Scout at Brigham Young University, a system at Florida State, CDC's PLATO, and the Air Force Human Resources Laboratory System, in terms of their attributes, rationale for design, and their future directions. (JEG)

A number of activities are suggested that represent the proper usage of a computer within a content area; namely, a way to further the student's understanding of the concepts being taught. (MP)