A reminder to board members about the National School Board Association convention, and a preview of new educational products and services. (RA)

This list of 13 catalog mail-order software distributors notes companies which provide an opportunity to use courseware at school sites on-approval, sell instructional courseware produced by several publishers, and screen the courseware listed in their catalogs. Journals and newsletters which provide evaluations of courseware are also listed. (EJS)

Offers guidelines for successfully selecting computer software, integrating it into the school operation, and training personnel. (MLF)

This guide is divided into two sections; a Product Directory listing product groups subdivided into individual products with the names of the firms that supply them, and the Suppliers Directory, which lists each firm, the full address and all branches, telephone number(s), and products and services available. (Author/JL)

The author looks at the educational merits of some of the new hand-held computer games, such as "The Little Professor,"" Speak and Spell," and "Astrowar." Games are grouped in five categories: mathematics; spelling and words; pattern-logic; strategy sports games; and miscellaneous. Manufacturers and prices are provided. (SJL)

Describes and evaluates the components and performance of the IBM Personal Computer. Data processing and memory capacity, compatible software packages and programming languages, and system options are discussed. (JL)

Describes the unique features, available software, performance capabilities, system options, costs, advantages, disadvantages, and eccentricities of the Osborne 1 microcomputer. A table summarizes specifications, features, and costs. (JL)

Describes current videodisc technology, including intelligent videodiscs and the process of mastering (making videodiscs). A comparison of the features of four different noncompatible playback systems and the impact of this technology on education and training is briefly discussed. (BK)

Facts about the specifications for carpets used in different areas in schools. (MLF)

Describes Atmospheric Fluidized Bed (AFB) combustion that many persons believe to be a way to burn coal cleanly and efficiently and is especially significant for colleges and universities. (Author)

A special booklet, "Faculty Guide to Textbooks," was developed by the college store personnel as an open, frank form of communication. The faculty is given the reasons why and the times when text information is needed along with the activities that are generated in the store upon receipt and implementation of the data. (LBH)

Defines the five major roofing systems. Summarizes a survey of flat roofing systems and their reported performance. (MLF)

Discusses the selection and purchase of tricycles for day care centers. Topics include: 1) comparison and ordering information for 10 different brands of tricycles; 2) 10 tips for choosing safe tricycles; 3) comments from the field concerning tricycles. (RJC)

Discusses the need to back up computer files, and describes the technological evolution of back-up methods. Reviews tape drive and external hard drive back-up products offered by computer companies and presents back-up strategies to use with all back-up methods. A sidebar lists information on the reviewed products. (JMV)

Discusses design options for CD-ROM storage. Highlights include a marketing strategy resulting in the creation of the jewel box; replacement and duplex jewel boxes; caddies; business furniture companies for large collections; flip-racks; and lazy-susans. (AEF)