Describes the Waller-Kraft "wish list" of desired information retrieval system properties and identifies ambiguities caused by two distinct uses of the phrase "query term weight." Examples of problems arising from the ambiguity are given and a new list is created and discussed. (10 references) (Author/CLB)

Leonard Nadler, who created George Washington University's doctoral program in human resources development (HRD) in 1962, discusses definitions of HRD and its growth as a discipline. (JOW)

Discusses the use of terms to describe sociolinguistic situations in multilingual societies and proposes several new terms to facilitate such descriptions. (CB)

Use and misuse of evaluation results are discussed. Variations in evaluation definitions, entity used, nature of the user, time and place of evaluation use, personal factor, basic premises of utilization-focused evaluation, misutilization, and method and rationales for use are discussed. A case example with a federal program is outlined. (TJH)

Vocational education should (1) focus on vocational roles in a variety of settings; (2) recognize that individuals have several simultaneous vocations; (3) advocate that the selection of vocations and behavior in vocations be guided by ethical principles; and (4) inform that vocations should give meaning to life. (JOW)

Discusses a list of characteristics (dimensions) that are crucial for data model quality. Fourteen quality dimensions are singled out and organized in six categories: content, scope, level of detail, composition, consistency, and reaction to change. Two types of correlations among dimensions called "reinforcements" and…

This paper addresses the issues of molar versus molecular assessment of integration of people with disabilities, definitions of integration, and assessment in measuring integration. Measures for four integration components are presented: (1) physical integration, (2) social integration, (3) relationships, and (4) social networks. (Author/DB)

Explains that, to know the extent of liability, an individual must understand the basics of tort law, the area of law that deals with common law. Emphasizes that tort law varies from state to state and changes constantly. Provides definitions of terms central to tort law and liability. (PA)

Argues that the primary aim of education should be the development of critical thinking. Reviews feminist arguments that the concept of critical thinking presupposes a male-biased conception of rationality, and there is a need for a more inclusive concept of rationality. Proposes a definition of critical thinking with components of reason…

Conceptual ambiguity surrounds notions of gifted and talented; justification for talent development is often linked with rejection of the term gifted. Talent development should mean identification of those who show superior natural abilities as well as aptitudes for a particular domain and emphasis on developing those special skills. (SK)

Describes a research-based project to improve school climate in a Georgia elementary school that had been scheduled for closure but stayed open (with mostly new staff) due to unexpected enrollment increases. Developing a school-improvement plan that involves and focuses the entire faculty is important for improving school climate. (23 references)…

Summarizes findings from the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry concerning the evaluation of data about hazardous substance release into the environment. Identifies the hazardous substances, exposure, health effects, and public health impact from 951 facilities identified on the National Priorities List (NPL) by the Environmental…

Lexicography is shown to offer some useful new tools to researchers in mathematics education. The paper examines the relationship between the sublanguage of mathematics and the acquisition of mathematical knowledge, and also the use of definitions in research and curriculum design. An Explanatory Combinatorial Dictionary is advocated for improving…

Defines "paradigm" as a profound change in the thoughts, perceptions, and values forming a particular vision of reality. Identifies six paradigm shifts in teacher supervision: from control to empowerment, from separate to integrated functions, from sameness to diversity, from occasional assistance to continuous support networks, from…

Data were collected from 59 American School Counselor Association leaders to assess their judgments regarding school counselor education and counselor roles. Parts of the data collection instrument related directly to guidance versus counseling controversy. Found that term "guidance" was not favored by respondents. Concluded that "counseling" is…