Many papers and articles over the past few years have suggested that the coaxial cable television (CATV) cable carries sufficient bandwidth into and out of the home that it can serve almost every conceivable communications need--providing many television viewing channels; two-way data, audio and data services; the functions of the present…

The Library Fines Committee at Wayne State University reviewed the existing system of loan periods and fines schedules in which high demand materials are loaned out for shorter periods of time with higher fines rates. The committee found the system to be ineffective because although a large amount of overdue materials money is collected, books are…

This study explored seven possible techniques for improving the rate of returns for a questionnaire study with special concern for collecting information through high school follow-up studies. It evaluated these techniques using two criteria: their effectiveness in improving returns and their cost-effectiveness. The results suggest that a school…

Since limited funds restrict advertising by Public Broadcasting System (PBS) stations, and since PBS serves a variety of audiences, the selection of appropriate advertising media for PBS programs is difficult. It is further complicated by conflicting research reports on the public use of the daily papers. Availability to the target audience should…

A discussion of how cooperative buying can result in benefits for media users and producers alike. (Author/HB)

Proposes, as a solution to the dichotomy between development and production, the creation of the production coordinator who helps both developer and producer to achieve management goals and improve the cost/benefit performance of the training effort. (VT)

Description of inefficiency and limitations of today's office systems is followed by discussion of new technologies available and their costs and benefits. (MBR)

An allegorical discussion of communication problems between various groups interested in educational improvement. (STS)

Management must manage more cost effectively if it is to survive; every function must demonstrate its value-adding performance. Procedures such as training value analysis help make decisions about the value of programs and improve the return on investment of the training function and the organization it serves. (JOW)

Examines the applications, costs, and benefits of interactive videodiscs, in particular the ACTIONCODE system, as an effective medium for individualized instruction. States that the medium can be used in both technical and nontechnical areas allowing for varied applications in educational and industrial settings. (Author/CH)

Discusses the importance of employer-sponsored training programs as a way of improving productivity both on a cost-benefit basis and through meaningful employee personal growth. (JOW)

Variations in daily report cards and research on their effectiveness with handicapped and nonhandicapped students are reviewed. Findings indicated cost effectiveness and consumer satisfaction. The need for further study of parent training and of conditions promoting successful fading was revealed. (CL)

Identifies procedures that help reduce cost over-runs on school construction projects. (MLF)