Examines how a professional educational organization such as the American Educational Studies Association can influence the political decision making process in the area of educational issues. (Author/DB)

Reviews practical applications, particularly in scientific research, of hot air balloons. Recent U.S. governmental projects in near-space research are described. Lists (1) major accomplishments of scientific ballooning, including discoveries in cosmic ray particles, gamma and x-rays, and other radiation; (2) measurement of fluorocarbon…

Diagrams a need perception pyramid relating job satisfaction and performance needs and discusses ergonomics in the office and change in the office function. (HD)

Reviews a diagnostic study conducted by a communication consultant within the George C Marshall Space Flight Center during the research and development of the Saturn V or "Moon Rocket". Participant observation and in-depth interview methodology yields information on organizational communication and systematic problems within a complex network. (MH)

Let's concentrate on staying in business today and tomorrow, and forget about 1986. (Author)

Presents and compares the results of 1973 and 1975 analyses of the organizational development (OD) effort at a government research laboratory and assesses the laboratory's present organizational climate. Concludes that the OD program has been a qualified success that provides a viable model for other organizations. (Author)

The movement away from professionalization and toward unionization is examined. It is noted that the traditional stance taken by the leadership of the American Association of University Professors seems to ignore the obstacles (i.e., the distribution of power in organization) in the path of attaining full professional status. (Author/LBH)

This paper describes ways in which the principle of enhanced sustainability might become a point of reference in social science research, considered as a dimension of all social and economic behavior. Discusses some of the lessons learned from the Global Environmental Change program and considers the relationship between this work and…

Discusses the corporate trend of "dressing down," its popularity, and company policies on casual business wear. Notes that students preparing for careers in business should be aware of this change, and discusses the need to include this concept in business communications curriculum. (SR)

A literature review examined socialization theory and models; research on tactics, training, proactive socialization, learning, group socialization, and individual differences; methodology and measurement; and research needs. In the last five years, research has substantially contributed to knowledge of occupational socialization, which will…

A solo is a group member who is perceptually distinctive because of a salient characteristic. African American and White adults (n=111) viewed photographs of solos and indicated whether they would be selected for work group membership on the basis of ability or affirmative action. Implications for organizational settings are discussed. (SLD)

Finds that more than 60% of 227 women newspaper journalists believe sexual harassment is at least somewhat a problem for women journalists; more than one-third said harassment has been at least somewhat a problem for them personally; two-thirds experienced nonphysical sexual harassment sometimes; 17% experience physical sexual harassment at least…

A macro model of training and development includes input (training and development climate), process, and output (individual/organizational change) indicators. A test of the model with 387 Kuwaiti bank employees supported these indicators. Managers' perceptions of training and development and the organization's return on investment were…

Relationships among teachers' task environments, school organizational climates, and teachers' professional and organizational commitments were examined using data from the Schools and Staffing Survey for 14,844 secondary school teachers. Results suggest that commitment is associated with school climate. (SLD)

Discusses the financial risks of pursuing class-size reduction, especially as states are struggling to maintain spending levels, and the evidence concerning its benefits. (EV)