This bibliography provides a listing of journal articles on such topics as: the abused child, adoptions, case decisions, confessions, constitutional law, counsel, court administration and organization, courts, criminal law and procedure, custody, delinquency, domestic relations, due process for juveniles, evidence, family court and family law,…

A primer on organization development (OD), this book presents a basic statement for people in organizations and for practitioners and students of OD. Many concrete examples are included. After a definition of OD, the basic conditions which create the need for OD are discussed: rapid change, growth in size, increasing diversity, change in…

Eight guidelines for teaching students to cope with change are included in this handbook, which is directed at teachers, student teachers, supervisors of instruction, and curriculum specialists. They include a) providing time for thinking about and dealing with change, b) knowing oneself and one's values, c) setting realistic goals for personal…

The use and acceptance by Navy personnel of sixteen major training devices were studied in relation to: situational factors affecting training; simulation characteristics of the trainer; instructional characteristics of the trainers; reliability of the trainers; formal and informal communications regarding trainer capabilities, and level of…

This outline provides a guide for the school district administrative team to use in studying, analyzing, developing, and implementing new structural designs, organizational changes, and policy changes needed to successfully involve the community in educational decisions. The outline headings are "Preliminary Planning,""Barriers,""Requirements and…

The Washington Report identifies legislation of interest to Indian people, namely the Indian Child Welfare Act of 1977, Navajo/Hopi Relocation Amendments, HR 12860, Supreme Court summaries, and bills which failed in the Congress. (RTS)

Laws and special projects to reduce unplanned long-term foster care are briefly described. Analysis of these laws and projects show that certain components are essential for effectiveness: clear definition of the goal as permanent planning; a review system; and training of agency staff. (Author/SE)

This district's method of obtaining closure, teamwork, and consistency within the administrative team is by a realistic, team-developed, "position papers" process. (Author/IRT)

To minimize potential problems in a family which is adopting a large sibling group, adoption workers should look for particular skills and resources in the adoptive family. These include administrative skills, community knowledge, the presence of adequate support systems, and the ability to adapt. (Author/BN)

This study determines that high self-acceptance by adoptive parents influences high parental acceptance of adopted children. (BB)

The study analyzed written responses to Department of Health and Human Services from persons with disabilities, parents, and relatives. Respondents almost unanimously supported the proposed "Baby Doe" regulations. Content analysis revealed eight categories of support and additional information concerning the need for intervention and adoption…

Reports the results of an investigative study, using a 20-item self-report inventory, of the extent to which pregnant adolescents express interest in various aspects of adoption. (Author)

Describes and assesses the impact of the Friends of Black Children project which enlists the aid of local communities and public adoption agencies to further the adoption of black children by black families. (Author/NH)

Interviewed 15 social workers to examine the use of Life Books for children in substitute family care. Results indicated the project was valuable in helping children integrate past and present experiences and develop a sense of identity. (JAC)

Three hypothetical cases illustrating adoption of National Diffusion Network programs in adult basic education are used to identify problems that can occur when attempting program adoption or development of new programs. The importance of making the innovation one's own is stressed. (SK)