Identifies two fundamental properties of questions, i.e., they have a structure that consists of a subject and a query, and they presuppose a limited number of basic categories of human thought. A system for classifying questions by conceptual presupposition is proposed to assist information professionals in handling user questions effectively.…

Examined the validity of a hand-scorable, mechanical procedure for deriving interpersonal maturity level (I-level) subtypes with a sample of serious delinquents (N=1,131). Results showed that 65 percent of the youths received a single classification, 34 percent a multiple (dual) classification, and one percent were unclassifiable. (BH)

Provides a developmental framework for the classification of psychopathology in children and highlights the contributions that such classifications may have toward the understanding of normal development. Specific attention is given to the concepts of continuity and normality and their implications for the manner in which developmental…

A total of 14 psychotic children with a mean age of nine years, two months, and 14 normal children having a mean age of six years, four months, were compared in terms of structural level and functional abilities on classification and seriation tasks. (Author/RH)

Describes recent findings on lecturing styles derived from study of 258 lecturers in two English universities. Factor analysis yielded six scales for identifying approaches to lecturing. Subsequent cluster analysis yielded five distinctive types of lecturing styles. Styles were associated significantly with subject matter, marginally with status,…

A 10-year followup of 49 deaf-blind children provided indirect comparisons of classifications of mental retardation, hearing loss, visual loss, and major communication mode. Results suggested problems with the methodology and indicated the need for new instruments to analyze current functioning as it relates to past evaluation data. (CL)

Examines what can and should be done to clarify and/or resolve scientific conflicts with policy implications. Includes a typology for classifying controversies, mechanisms, and objectives with regard to scientific disputes with policy implications. This apparatus aims to show the differences in disputes and in approaches to deal with them. (JN)

Presents an alternative approach to the life cycle which avoids the creation of monolithic age categories and exclusive reliance upon the unidimensional index of chronological age. Data exemplify the potential utility of age status graphing in understanding the life cycle. (JAC)

The historical development of current controversy over the use of quantitative or qualitative approaches in evaluation is traced. (Author/PN)

The motor performance of 49 nonhandicapped children and 18 mildly and moderately retarded children (5-12 years old) was assessed to determine the appropriateness of their physical education instruction. Although 66 percent of Ss were correctly clasified, some nonhandicapped and mentally retarded children were misclassified. (Author/CL)

Provides five guiding principles helpful in cataloging, storing, and circulating teacher-made materials as well as commercially produced media. (Author/RK)

This article describes sources of occupational information available to the counselor in the field and indicates the advantages of each. The importance of career counseling in today's uncertain job market is discussed. Major schemes of classification in the world of work are identified. (Author)

Official translation from Chinese to English of words and phrases commonly used in education and library work. Classifications include sayings of Chairman Mao, revolutionary mass criticism, revolution in education, "May 7" cadre schools, teaching methods and materials, disciplines and curricula, school names and terms, and library…

Discusses the use of additive and substitutive nomenclature for chemical substances rather than classifying substances as organic or inorganic. (MLH)