Describes steps in survey project that supplied information for contemplated merger of two libraries by estimating number of volumes and titles and duplication between John Crerar Library collections and University of Chicago Library science collections. Survey's findings for volume duplication are analyzed by subject groupings and by books and…

The Organizational Climate Description Questionnaire (OCDQ), modified by Thomas and Slater for use in South Australian schools in 1970, was based on four factors (rather than the original eight): principal supportiveness or operations emphasis and teacher disaffiliation or intimacy. A recent study in New South Wales has validated this four-factor…

This profile of university libraries in Pakistan covers history of higher education and role of the library; organization of library service (strong central library, decentralized library service, central library with department libraries); resources and collection building; technical processing; readers' services; administration and staffing;…

Construct validity and reliability estimates indicate that study designed to measure utilization of automation in public and academic libraries was successful in tentatively identifying and measuring three subdimensions of level of automation: quality of hardware, method of software development, and number of automation specialists. Questionnaire…

The Commission on Strengthening Presidential Leadership finds that the college president's role to ensure the overall and long-term welfare of institutions has often been diminished, and all campus constituencies should reexamine the conditions surrounding the presidential role. (MSE)

An overnight retreat away from campus for Wilkes College faculty and their new president was used for renewal of intrafaculty relationships and discussion of curricular and other college planning. It resulted in faculty revitalization, opened lines of communication, and a revised mission statement. (MSE)

Argues the increasing importance of volunteers as social service funding declines and provides an instructional unit on volunteerism designed for college students preparing for helping professions. The unit integrates students' practicum experiences as volunteers with information about volunteerism, service delivery models, and the…

The instructionally effective school is a function of six factors: teacher characteristics and behavior, administrator characteristics and behavior, student body composition, school learning climate, pupil evaluation, and curriculum material. This article discusses these factors, how their relative importance can be measured, and some of their…

Bradford College's experience with curriculum and administrative development in a period of extreme adversity is an example of how a new concept of mission can invigorate an institution while a survival mentality can weaken it. (MSE)

A series of five self-study seminars, held by eight full professors of an English department for the purpose of post-tenure review and resulting in professional renewal and improved peer relationships, is described and discussed. (MSE)

The results of student outcomes studies are of little value if they are not used in institutional planning and decision-making. Use of results can be made more effective if researchers understand the obstacles to information use on most campuses and tailor their presentations to overcome them. (Author/MSE)

Occupational stress, either chronically high or inadequate, is a serious problem within organizations. A variety of factors contribute to the individual's perception of stress and the methods available to reduce or moderate stress levels, including organizational structure, placement, gender-related characteristics, and opportunities for…

A program of small foundation grants and a broad definition of the kinds of excellence to be supported by the institution combined to create faculty commitment to professional development at the College of Charleston since 1976. (MSE)

The concepts of excellence now widely adopted in business also apply to higher education and include five fundamental areas of competence: taking innovative action, getting back in touch with past and present customers, existing for the customer, fostering individual commitment, and instilling unique values. (MSE)

Reports on findings of research using the Roueche-Baker Community College Excellence Model conducted at Miami-Dade Community College (MDCC). Describes MDCC in terms of organizational climate, situational leadership, teaching excellence, systems for student success, curriculum and educational reform efforts, and results of the reforms. (DMM)