The effect of the repeated presentation of some items in a free-recall list was examined as a function of instructions to recall repeated or unrepeated items first on tests. (Editor)

Rates of overt rehearsal and eye movement were compared to each other, and were also compared as predictors of immediate and delayed recall. Concludes that total looking time was the best predictor of long-term retention and that recall performance following overt rehearsal was different from recall performance following silent study. (Editor/RK)

The knowledge-assembly theory is proposed to explain the acquisition, representation, and processing of knowledge. The theory assumes that both the representation and processing of knowledge change qualitatively as learning progresses. (Editor)

It would appear that there is a lack of convincing evidence especially regarding the reliability of the Matching Familiar Figures test over short intervals and with older children. As the test is now being used for diagnostic purposes in education, more information is required, and here the MFF is examined in older children using a split-half…

Discusses a study designed to determine the amounts of attitude change experienced by apathetics under varying conditions of source credibility and quantity of information contained in a message. (MH)

Reveals that an individual's information processing is affected by number of objects and differences in perceptual sets. (KS)

The original goal of an information center was to create an environment wherein end users could generate their own analyses and management reports from institutional data without the direct aid of information systems staff. It is suggested, however, that real productivity gains are not being achieved. (MLW)

Finds librarians increasingly dependent upon vendors to provide the information needed to make decisions regarding such diverse activities as microform conversion, storage, and library security. Explains the differences between the librarian's needs and the vendor's needs, concluding that a slightly adversarial relationship is healthy. (DMM)

This description of the activities of the Office of Scientific Information in the 1950s and 1960s covers the development of techniques in the content analysis of information, methods for processing index entries, and information retrieval devices. (CLB)

Presented two models for educating engineers in information counseling and information management. Described the main aspects of the professional roles in these fields and which qualifications are required. A postgraduate program (Germany) which qualifies for these functions is illustrated. Alternative form of education in information science,…

Discussion of the possibilities of introducing artificial intelligence (AI) into the undergraduate curriculum highlights the introduction of AI in an introduction to information processing course for business students at George Washington University. Topics discussed include robotics, expert systems prototyping in class, and the interdisciplinary…

Discusses how PRINT, a Turbo Pascal computer program, can assist communication researchers who spend the majority of their time dealing with textual material. Provides an overview of the program's ability to display files in a single or double format, convert files from WordStar file to normal ASCII, and provide information when prompted or at the…

Gifted secondary students not only solved problems better, faster, and with less assistance than average pupils, but also processed information in a different fashion. (MNS)

Describes several techniques for using computers to assist with literature reviews. Identifies various literature review tasks and shows how existing programs can be used to address them. Categories of programs included are word processors, qualitative analysis programs, file management systems, database management systems, spreadsheets, and…

The US Department of Education's plan to redesign the systems used to deliver student financial aid--the Integrated Student Aid Delivery System (ISADS) Project--is discussed. Background on the origins of the ISADS project is provided and its broad implications for postsecondary institutions are considered. (MLW)