Explores ways in which libraries can enter into partnerships with other libraries, businesses, community agencies, government, and patrons to improve library service. Values and attitudes that are inherent in partnerships are examined, and ways to apply these values to improve partnerships with patrons are suggested. (three references) (LRW)

Examined racial differences in composition of care-related decision-making networks. Data from 244 family caregivers revealed that African Americans were significantly less likely to identify older care recipient as involved or as key decision maker when compared to whites. Older individuals' physical and mental impairments were also important…

In November 1990, an Indianapolis high school implemented an at-risk program to help students form positive partnerships with parents to improve attendance, GPAs, and test scores. The program involved frequent parent contact concerning academics and other student concerns, weekly tutoring sessions staffed by teachers and peer tutors, and workshops…

Describes the America Tomorrow Leadership Information Service (ATLIS) and how this information can benefit early childhood professionals. Discusses the future of telecommunications in the early childhood profession and includes a glossary of telecommunications terms. (HTH)

Users and producers of copyrighted materials are working to determine "fair use" guidelines, like those established in 1976 for printed materials, music, radio, and television programs, to govern access to online documents. Debate is over the need for and feasibility of extending compensation regulations to electronic materials. (MSE)

Shows that the content and network communication among health-care professionals involved in an educational program using computer conferences were significantly related to occupational role, with physicians and hospital administrators afforded higher status in computer conferences than nurses. Finds that the effects of occupational status…

New information technology is viewed as analogous to a railway network that serves many, in diverse areas, and leads users to new frontiers. It is suggested that higher education can contribute to this system by developing useful new applications, providing guidelines for appropriate "passenger" behavior, and enhancing quality. (MSE)

Examines the role of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in the development of the National Information Infrastructure (NII). Highlights include the standards process; voluntary standards; Open Systems Interconnection problems; Internet Protocol Suite; consortia; government's role; and network security. (16 references) (LRW)

A simulation exercise consisting of 12 stages corresponding to the life-stages of an enterprise is used as a language-learning technique for business French. The exercise develops both language and networking skills while presenting a creative challenge to students. (MSE)

The development of a computerized national database of 66 institutions' pharmacy curricula is described. Data available include address and curriculum contact person, comments, courses offered, year, hours and credits, and course titles. The database interfaces with Pharmline, and online searching became possible when Pharmline merged with…

This checklist for adult educators helps them evaluate the current position and needed action of their practices in three areas: entitlement curriculum, environmentally friendly resource use, and eco-networking. (SK)

Compared support networks of 181 inner-city older Blacks and Whites. Found that both Blacks and Whites in need of help used formal supports. Blacks had more active support networks than Whites despite low incidence of support from spouse and children. Social resources resulted from mechanisms in Black families that expanded network membership…

Responds to model presented in previous article on counseling the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infected client. Sees model not as parsimonious model articulating relationships among constructs, but rather as catalog of factors that may influence HIV-related experience. Offers examples of how focus on diversity, social networks, and social…

As more school systems adopt site-based management, local decision makers need greater access to all kinds of information. Microcomputer-based networks can help with classroom management, scheduling, student program design, counselor recommendations, and financial reporting operations. Administrators are provided with planning tips and a sample…

Offers a detailed lesson plan for a computer-equipped writing class, featuring the Daedalus Interchange program and a set of goals and activities for teaching synthesis, generalization, and the value of multiple "voices." (SR)