Five librarians considered authorities on quality cataloging in the OCLC Online Union Catalog were interviewed to obtain their views on the current level of quality control in the OCLC database, the responsibilities of OCLC and individual libraries in improving the quality of records, and the consequences of quality control problems. (CLB)

Describes a computerized database for children's radio and television, which contains detailed information and evaluations of children's programs and public service announcements currently on the air or available on cassette. Information on access to the system, subscriber and search costs, and a contact for further information are provided. (CLB)

Assessed impact of short-term university training program for increasing social service professionals' (N=90) ability to work with families and develop linkages with informal support network of the elderly. Found that respondent's level of comfort increased significantly and that 29 percent of participants indicated changes occurred in agency…

The authors document an experimental writing course that uses electronic networks to create an online classroom for writing instruction. They describe a typical class meeting and discuss the challenges and results of teaching in this new environment. (JOW)

Describes the application of resource exchange networks which facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration and the matching of existing resources to needs of elderly people. Describes a community-based geriatric education and linkage-building effort. Reports longitudinal data from a 1984 study (N=247) and a 1985 study (N=335) which demonstrate its…

Explains the background of a movement to weaken vocational agriculture programs in Texas. Describes the efforts of alumni and current members of Future Farmers of America to change vocational agriculture's image; these efforts have turned public opinion and enabled educators to help reshape the agricultural education curriculum. (CH)

Integrated Services Digital Network is a technology that allows optimum utilization of human and physical resources by rapid and simultaneous transmission of conversation and data over existing telephone lines. (MLF)

Describes the Reference by GammaFax Project, which joined nine area libraries to provide cooperative reference access to optical disk databases. The configuration of disk players, microcomputers, and facsimile equipment used by the libraries is explained, and the improvements in cost effectiveness, provision of service, and librarian expertise are…

Discusses the advantages of maintaining local numeric databases, and describes the activities involved in creating a local database. The acquisition of files, user support, data storage and access, database management, costs, and planning strategies are discussed. (5 notes with references) (CLB)

Discusses the advantages of using an electronic newspaper service to facilitate research by providing access to vast sources of information. Examines how to plan an online search and presents an example. Evaluates the usefulness of such a service in light of its costs and benefits. (GEA)

Considers educational applications of local area computer networks and discusses industry standards for design established by the International Standards Organization (ISO) and Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). A futuristic view of a learning laboratory using a local area network is presented. (Author/LRW)

The unity and sisterhood of women in South Africa is analyzed. The struggle for liberation from apartheid has resulted in the death of many children. Women have organized self-help groups in the memory of these children. The groups make handicrafts, give aid to the poor, and encourage educational pursuits. (VM)

Reviews the history of the relationship between OCLC and the regional networks, and examines current stresses in this relationship. Strategies that might be used to preserve this partnership are suggested. (1 reference) (Author/CLB)

A small peer support group for women in middle management positions provides a mechanism for broadening perspectives, generating alternative solutions to managerial problems, and enhancing professional and personal esteem. (MLF)

Reviews and discusses five areas of the empirical research on Black battered women: incidence, social support networks, psychological profile, responses to battering, and use of services. Implications for practice and research are discussed. (Author)