Social pollution provides the matrix for the pollution of the physical environment. This stems from man's present inability to function synergistically. To find new freedoms in purposeful evolution, we will have to start cleansing our Mind. (Author/SD)

A. W. Smith gave testimony in answer to questions posed by Representative Henry S. Reuss, Chairman of the House Conservation and Natural Resources Subcommittee. Hearings were held in February 1970 to elicit views on programs necessary to attain a healthy environment. (Author/SD)

Based on a paper given at the annual conference of the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, March 17, 1969, in Chicago.

Conservation Action Project (CAP) is a three-year scheme to set up conservation projects involving classroom work, outdoor studies, and practical tasks. The aim is to increase students' awareness of their immediate environment and to get actively involved in its conservation. CAP planning and progress of projects are discussed. (JN)

The number of people moving away from the standard metropolitan statistical areas is greater than the number moving to them. Economic factors, demographic trends, and social values responsible for this change are discussed. Economic functions, the physical environment, and the government of the new, emerging metropolis are examined. (RM)

Research findings are reported of a study (N=88 undergraduate males) of molar crowding in urban centers which involved the simultaneous variation of social density, spatial density, noise, and personality as they effect room affect (physical and psychological). Several main effects proved significant. (Author/DC)

Observations of 127 boys with behavior problems (ages 9 to 13) were made to study the correlation between air pressure and adverse behavior in the Ss. Results showed that, with each change in barometric pressure, there was an obvious change in the Ss' behavior. (PHR)

Examines the effects of varying physical resources, such as space, play equipment, and class size, on children's behavior. (MP)

The environment in a college dormitory was used to determine factors affecting perceptions of size and crowdedness. Factors that were tested were usable space, visual space, and amount of sunlight. Results confirmed that physical factors other than actual room size do influence perceived size and crowdedness. Implications for architectural design…

Discusses the evidence and research that seems to indicate that the design of the typical schoolyard emphasizes surveillance and team sports, exacerbates discipline problems, and promotes aggressive behavior. Describes environmental features that most contribute to our physical and mental well-being, such as open water, secluded hiding places,…

Discusses school libraries as safe havens for teenagers and considers elements that foster that atmosphere, including the physical environment, lack of judgments, familiarity, leisure, and a welcoming nature. Focuses on the importance of relationships, and taking the time to listen to teens and encourage them. (LRW)

Studied the informal knowledge of 36 seven-year-old children of a variety of physical angle situations represented by physical models. Children had an excellent knowledge of all the situations presented, but specific features of each situation strongly hindered recognition of the common features that define the angle concept. (SLD)

Presents the results of an investigation of five-year-old children and their families within two contrasting groups. In one group the children were raised to play unhindered by street traffic and without adults present. In group two the children could not leave their residence unaccompanied by adults. Results indicate that an unsuitable…

Discusses library buildings and their role in building community. Reviews current design trends, including reading and study spaces; collaborative workspaces; technology-free zones; archives and special collections; cultural events spaces; age-specific spaces; shared spaces; natural light and landscapes; and interior design trends. (LRW)