Now in improved financial circumstances, the Ford Foundation has begun a major review of all of its grant-making and program activities in this country and around the world, an effort usually undertaken during a period of retrenchment rather than of increased resources. (MSE)

In the context of the argument over how universities should be financed in Australia and how the money is used, the economic impact of the University of New England on the community of Armidale is analyzed and discussed. (MSE)

Evidence from Sweden's creation of Norrland University, which uses higher education for regional development, shows that allocation of higher education resources can be used to alter traditional patterns of centralization and that the activities of the outlying institution play as crucial a role as centrally formed policy. (Author/MSE)

The growing proportion of elderly and rising costs of health care for the aged raise ethical issues about the nature of the social obligation to the elderly as contrasted with the young. Reexamination of health care policy must consider the role of values, social justice, and individual self-respect. (Author/NRB)

The system of financing postsecondary education in the Canadian provinces since the introduction, in 1977, of unconditional grants based on the gross national product rather than operating costs is examined. (MSE)

The large growth in disability transfer program beneficiaries and expenditures from 1965-1978 has led to public concern over the incentive effects of and the budgetary expenditures for these programs. This paper examines the two strategies of removing individuals from the rolls via administrative review and reducing the generosity of benefits.…

Policy/Goal Percentaging Analysis is a microcomputer program designed to analyze a set of goals and alternative goal achievement methods in order to choose the best alternatives, or combinations, for maximizing benefits less costs. Designed for IBM/PC computers, this program is useful for a variety of policy decision-making situations. (BS)

Reviews the Council of Chief State School Officers' effort to establish a nationwide system of educational indicators. Suggests the benefits of such a system. (MCG)

By terminating 26 degree programs, 3 departments, and 3 schools and colleges, the State University of New York at Albany generated a pool of resource for reallocation to programs with greater need and priority. The difficulties of accomplishing this and the lessons for other campuses are described. (Author/MLW)

The perceived success of EDUCOM's Financial Planning Model (EFPM) and the relationship between success and organizational services--the integrator functions--that support EFPM's use are examined. The study finds that the integrator functions are significantly related to success. (Author/MLW)

Presents results from study of mathematical models (Cobb-Douglas model, mixture of Poissons, inverse effects of distance, weighted entropy) relating to usage of information systems, and notes papers developed during study which provide three types of analysis--literature reviews, analytical studies, and tests of models. Six references are…

Various universities were polled to ascertain expectations, levels and courses of support, management strategies, and perceived trends in requirements for physical education programs in higher education institutions. Scarce resources and declines in student enrollment present difficulties for educators. Suggestions for adapting programs are…

A table shows similarities and differences in the expenditures and sources of revenue for school districts serving urban, suburban, small town, and rural communities for 1982-83. An overall similarity in budgeting patterns is revealed. (TE)

This paper synthesizes case studies involving the translation of proposals for educational programs into practice and presents implications for program planners and managers. (Author/IRT)

This guide is intended to assist community-based providers in New York City who intend to blend universal pre-kindergarten funds with public child care funds, Head Start, preschool special education, or other funds to provide full or extended day early education programs for children. The guide provides information on how to allocate a programs…