The second of two reports examines a recent executive order prescribing a system for classifying information on the basis of national security concerns, criticizing it for imperiling the freedoms it means to protect, and potentially inhibiting research efforts. A National Academy of Sciences report is appended. (MSE)

Discusses processes involved in development, operation, and utilization of bibliographic databases--design, data collection, processing, access, and use--and assesses their relevance to developing countries. Utilization of other countries' databases, use of services of organizatons in other countries, and participation in a cooperative system are…

A method for using routinely collected data from large management information systems for program development is described. The example of school lunch participation illustrates the use of time series data to explore causes for observed changes in performance at the various project sites where a program is being carried out. (PN)

Advocates using microcomputers to reduce school administration paperwork through three categories of general application programs: word processing, electronic spreadsheets, and database management systems. Discusses each program category's purpose, software availability, and use in practice and presents in chart form information on specific…

Presents a systematic and disciplined approach to planning for the development and implementation of an information system which will collect, store, maintain, and report human resources data. Discusses guidelines, priorities, training requirements, security, auditing, interface with payroll, and personnel reporting. (CT)

Describes the development, benefits, and current status of ESCALATE (Establishment of a Statewide Computer-Assisted Library to Advance Transfer Equivalencies), an online, interactive system for disseminating information about the transfer equivalency of community college and four-year college courses developed by the Michigan Association of…

This analysis suggests that the present low level of use of technology in education results from fundamental incompatibilities between the educational system in the United States and most of the technology systems intended to perform educational functions. Economics alone will not bring an educational productivity revolution. (MP)

Argues that implementation of the new information technologies in education will create numerous direct and indirect consequences for society, and discusses likely outcomes regardless of the method of implementation used (including the necessity for a change to a new teaching/learning model), as well as implications highly dependent on…

Proceedings of the 66th Annual Meeting of the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers are summarized which relate to planning and management programs and techniques and system development. Names and institutions of conference participants are included. (MSE)

Describes a versatile, inexpensive information system using microcomputers and television sets which enables Indiana University Northwest to relay information for students to different sites simultaneously and to update information quickly and easily. Illustrates how to set up the hardware, discusses programing, and includes the actual program…

Educational institutions use networks to connect devices to a common line or central course to share resources. Presented is information for selecting the best network system for present and future needs. Discusses configuration of line; transmission methods, rates, and lines; cable length; price; and interfacing. (DC)

The Computer Center at the University of Northern Colorado provides service to the entire University community in all areas of instruction, research, student services, and administration. Administrative computer applications have all been developed by UNC staff, and most of the major administrative areas are operating online. (MLW)

Provides an understanding of what MIS (Management Information Systems) is and how it can assist the student services administrator in planning and decision making. (Author)

A meeting of leaders from universities, industry, and professional associations to discuss and debate the nature and future of information technology is described. Management of information resources and how its technology might be integrated into typical university settings are discussed. (Author/MLW)

Provides a brief description of viewdata, an information retrieval system which utilizes a modified television receiver to display information selected from a computer via the telephone network, reviews the development of such systems, and considers the current and future uses of viewdata in education. (CHC)