Discussion of proper thermal environment for protection of sophisticated educational equipment such as computer and data-processing machines, magnetic tapes, closed-circuit television and video tape communications systems.

Results of a study suggested possibility of a process whereby (1) service-oriented individuals are attracted to and recruited by the Forest Service, (2) service-oriented members are likely to identify strongly with the Service, and (3) this identification results in intrinsic need satisfactions. (Author/KJ)

A description of one school district's financial problems resulting from a narrow tax base. (NI)

Investigated attitudes of USSR (N=207) and United States/Western European (N=91) scientists who recently emigrated to Israel. Findings show considerable transnational similarity related to work characteristics but differences in meanings attached to such characteristics as "the opportunity to contribute to society." Also investigated…

Knowledge of organizational behavior, characteristics of key actors, and conditions for capturing innovations are seen as critical in developing a strategy for the institutionalization of experiental learning. The possibility of significant change is a measure of the stability or instability of the system. (MLW)

Addresses the specific advantages to new hospices of incorporating administrative resource people in the planning and organization phases of their programs. Describes organizational structure and the role of the interdisciplinary team. An annotated bibliography summarizes hospice adminstrative resources and research. (Author/JAC)

The ability to design and build sophisticated computer-based information systems (CIS) has progressed rapidly; however, the ability to implement them has not kept pace. These implementation problems can be solved by embedding CIS design with the socio-technical systems design approach. (Author/MLW)

Investigated the relationship of Type A behavior to organizational climate preferences. Male and female students (N=118) completed the Jenkins Activity Survey and indicated their preferences for nine organizational climates. Results indicated that individuals are attracted to jobs and organizational climates which match their own stable behavioral…

Formal socialization into the teaching profession begins in preservice training programs, continues with job interviews, and concludes with the supervision of new teachers by administrators. Informal socialization influences include the structure of preservice training, the influence of organizational structure of schools, and the influence of…

Identifies alienation from work, aging of the workforce, and technical obsolescence as contributors to the erosion of organizational vitality. Lists four factors that interact to influence personal vitality development. Recommends staff development programs that address adult and career development theories, increase self-understanding, and…

Examined popular self-help books to determine how they portray organizational life and the female manager. Concluded that their rhetorical vision of the female manager is superficial and that for the woman who participates in this view of organizational life, the books present incomplete, contradictory, and debilitating advice. (PD)

Examines the effects of communications and information on Canadian unity, cultural identity, and economic viability. The discussion is illustrated with descriptions of Canadian computer communications; broadcasting, publishing, and film industries; telecommunications systems and satellites; and research and development trends. (Author/SW)