Available databases of potential interest to researchers in education are described. The advantages of online access, basic access modes, and guidelines for computer literature searches are presented, with alternative strategies for structuring literature searches. (Author/CM)

Reports on educational information services developed by the Bibliographic Retrieval Services (BRS)/Education Service Group (ESG): School Practices Information Network (SPIN) and School Practices Information File (SPIF). Background and history of the services, a description of each service, and illustrative material are provided. (EJS)

The resource cost model approach makes the programmatic aspects of special education explicit and links these with associated costs. It facilitates planning for education of handicapped children. An effective cost estimation plan was necessary because of recent political and legal mandates which established the educational rights of the…

Using a nonlinear differential equation model based on ecological theory to explain differences in the speed of expansion in national systems of education, suggests that organizational expansion in large, geographically decentralized systems follows a process of logistic growth with a ceiling set by environmental resources. (Author/GC)

Because children are innately fascinated by monsters, the author describes books, films, multimedia programs, and other resources to motivate children by capitalizing on this fascination. (KC)

The financing, structure, staffing, enrollments, and curricula of European vocational education systems display similarities to American occupational education programs which can form the basis for cooperative educational reforms. (SK)

A report is given on how teacher center activities, services, and resources are different from traditional approaches to staff development. (JD)

This humorous blueprint, for apprentice and master teachers alike, discusses the essential implements of the craft: the chalk, the chalk eraser, the marking pencil, the wastepaper basket, and more. (JN)

Discusses the toxicity of metals; each metal is presented with information concerning its biological function, its natural state, and a variety of other factors. (SA)

Suggests free or inexpensive resources available for inservice reading programs. (DD)

A survey of 260 reading clinicians yielded a list of 25 books recommended for remedial reading teachers. (DD)

This article analyzes the structure of the Bowles and Gintis argument that modern schools reproduce economic inequality, that the schooling process is unjust, and that schools cannot be made fair in a capitalist society. (JMF)

Discusses how cooking can be used in various curricular areas and provides resources for implementation. (SB)

Updates papers published ten years ago listing suppliers of polymer samples and literature for classroom use. Provides names and addresses of societies and trade associations that will provide literature on polymers free of charge. Includes a table listing companies that provide samples of polymers or recycled polymers. Another table listing…

Research Development Corporation is developing a virtual schoolhouse, a repository that will provide access to resources without traditional boundary limitations, materials customized to individual student needs, and professional development forums for teachers. The program will have a virtual library of educational research findings and…