The objective of this cataloging manual is to recommend specific methods for cataloging audiovisual materials for use in individual school media centers. The following types of audiovisual aids are included: educational games, filmstrips, flat graphics, kits, models, motion pictures, realia, records, slides, sound filmstrips, tapes,…

This book discusses and analyzes the many different procedures of inquiry, both old and new, which have been used in an attempt to solve the problems men encounter. Section A examines some outmoded procedures of inquiry, describes scientific inquiry, and presents the Dewey-Bentley view of scientific method. Sections B and C, which comprise the…

Presented is the guide for gifted and talented programs in Arizona public schools. Included in the first section are definitions of such terms as "gifted", an outline of procedures of the local district to obtain state approval of a proposed program, an application form for program approval, and an outline of a suggested program…

Article described boys with a record of irregular school attendance in terms of certain socio-demographic variables, examined the relationship between irregular attendance, I.Q., and other classroom 'problems', and considered the association between irregular school attendance and juvenile court appearance. (Author/RK)

Defines the word republic and reviews its varied usage in social science writings. The author maintains that introduction of methodological devices into social science research has been accompanied by a tendency to avoid clear definition of key words. (Author/DB)

Three sets of categories present a matrix that provides a basis for characterizing or defining any particular alternative school effort. Abstracts of five national reports recommending the offering of alternative public schools are also included. (Author/MLF)

The present study was undertaken to gain a better understanding of the relationship between user expectations and actual use of a specific recreational area. (Author)

Describes an analysis of six secondary level biology texts to determine how they dealt with terminology. Concluded that technical vocabulary would be used more effectively if synonyms were eliminated and terms were explained at first appearance. (MLH)

Based on a paper presented at the 55th Annual International Convention of the Council for Exceptional Children in 1977, the article examines ways of defining competency-based training for teachers of the visually handicapped, and notes some practical difficulties of establishing competency-based programs. (Author)

Discusses the movement toward androgyny based upon and fostered by an increasing societal emphasis upon "femininity" in its maternal (as opposed to its heterosexual) aspects. Argues that the masculine paradigm promotes differentiation between the sexes, especially the sex objectification of women. (Author/RK)

Considers the historical influences which contributed to the development of consumer education, defines consumer education as a body of knowledge on the basis of its literature, examines the rationales that have been offered for consumer education, and reviews the findings on the effectiveness of consumer education programs. (Author/RK)

Uses an instructional perspective to investigate the potentials and problems concerned with the documentary film form and suggests materials and methods that might be used in implementing an instructional approach which delimits parameters in the documentary area. (MH)

The excitement of sociobiology comes from the promise of the role it will play in humanistic investigation. Its potential importance beyond zoology lies in its logical position as the bridging discipline between the natural sciences on the one hand and social sciences and humanities on the other. (Author/AM)

This paper provides a conceptual analysis of ethnicity in terms of methods used to measure ethnic persistence and intensity. (Author/AM)

Describes implementation of an Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission program evaluation system at the Quadco Rehabilitation Center. While there was some initial staff resistance to implementation, facility personnel was to see that using the system did not significantly raise operating costs yet did help increase programmatic effectiveness and…