A means for estimating the resource requirements and attendant costs of any configuration of the undergraduate pilot training system (UPT) is described by inputs that are supplied by the user of the model. The inputs consist of data such as UPT graduate requirements, course syllabus requirements, instructor-student ratios, administrative and…

Farmer cooperatives are rapidly adopting the computer as a managerial tool as indicated by their attempts to make greater and more sophisticated use of their computers since their initial installation. This report presents factual data on the popular criticism that many cooperatives are not using the computer to its fullest potential. The report…

The authors of the present document had as their purpose to determine somewhat the worth of a college education. In order to do this, they show (1) how much a university education costs; (2) what the rates of return on this cost are and who the beneficiary of these returns is; (3) how costs might be reduced with expanded enrollment; and (4) how…

A study was designed to explore what cost-effectiveness methods are being used, determine what differences exist between the methods, and recommend the most appropriate cost-effectiveness analysis method for instructional design. Analysis of questionnaires sent to appropriate institutions led to the finding that cost-effectiveness analyses differ…

The purposes of this study were (1) to ascertain the state of the art with regard to cost effectiveness and productivity analyses in education and (2) to develop an appropriate cost effectiveness analytical process model for education. Chapters I through III present a review of the literature on cost effectiveness analysis, cost benefit analysis,…

Extracurricular activities are vitally important to the life of students, the school itself, and the community. However, they can be expensive. These activities should be studied so that their role and importance are known and cost analyses should be conducted. The interested parties must be involved in the analyses and in implementing any changes…

Twin-beam luminaires that control veiling reflections provide better visibility at a wattage reduction of about two-thirds over the previous lighting in the Charles Brewer Middle School in Clark, New Jersey. (Author/MLF)

Herricks Public School District has adopted an energy conservation program that establishes an energy consumption baseline and makes recommendations to modify systems and operational procedures. (Author/MLF)

Discussion of the use of computers in instruction includes the relationship of theory to practice, the interactive nature of computer instruction, an overview of the Keller Plan, cost considerations, strategy for use of computers in instruction and training, and a look at examination procedure. (RAO)

Major developments in video technology, the benefits and limitations of these developments, and the application of video formats are discussed. A comparative chart details characteristics of media and indicates the instructional capabilities of various video formats, film, and instructional television in relation to each characteristic. (RAO)

A review of the 69 Missouri school bonds during fiscal year 1975 was made to determine the extent that various factors influence rates. (Author)

An examination of the economics and technology involved in using tidal energy to generate electricity via generating barges is presented. (MDR)

The solar heating system at St. Charles High School in Illinois, will be completed in January and is expected to fulfill between 40 and 80 percent of the building's heating requirements. (Author/ MLF)

Cost estimates for computer assisted instruction depend on the assumptions made about the components of the system to be included in the costs, the expected lifetime of the system and courseware, and the anticipated student utilization of the system/courseware. The cost estimates of three operating systems are examined. (Author/IRT)

Examines some factors which may threaten the use of instructional technology in specialized subject areas and suggests procedures to reduce cost and time in producing instructional systems. (Author)