In response to S. A. Cohen's paper on research problems in learning disabilities (LD), the author agrees that much research has shown inconsistent and inconclusive results, points out conceptual inadequacies in LD research, stresses the need to define the research population, and differentiates between constructs and behaviors. (DB)

Following notes on the extent of illiteracy in the Third World, a model is outlined for a functional literacy program with focus on the roles of the village worker and of the participants. (WL)

Traces the history of Populism and stresses various characteristics of Populist rhetoric such as its educational nature and concern for individual worth and rights. (MH)

Analyzes and clarifies some of the possible meanings of the concept of institutional racism. (Author)

This article consists of two lists of French vocabulary aimed at the French Air Force, and approved by the ministries of defense and education. Many terms are also in general use and reflect the government effort at "de-Anglicizing" the French language. (Text is in French.) (CHK)

In 1963, a Federal policy emerged which encouraged native villages to incorporate under Alaskan law, but once a village incorporates there are no safeguards that it will remain native-controlled. Under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, the native village's powers of self-government are severely restricted. (JC)

Presents a compilation of definitions of information and other related terms including data, knowledge, impact, and development to organize and interrelate them. The goal is to provide members of the information science profession with a common basis for referring to key concepts. (Author/LRW)

In two experiments, undergraduates (n=48 and n=50) composed written definitions of concrete and abstract nouns that were matched for frequency of use and meaningfulness. Results support previous research suggesting that common cognitive mechanisms underlie production of spoken and written language as explained by dual coding theory. (SLD)

Examines the information literacy debate, focusing on the term and its definition. Discusses the term's lack of clarity and confusion with other terms (library skills, library use, and bibliographic instruction), and considers the pros and cons of using an old term, a new term, or information literacy. Recommends using information literacy. (PEN)

Provides definitions for the diversity-related terminology used in this issue that deals with diversity in instructional design. Topics include culture, cross cultural awareness or sensitivity, cultural pluralism, diversity, ethnic group, and race. (LRW)

States that, although policies and procedure documents play an important role in developing and maintaining a consistent quality of interaction in organizations, research literature is weak in this area. Initiates further discussion by defining and describing policy/procedure documents. Identifies a third kind, work instructions. Uses a genre…

There are disparities in definitions and assessment of competence in the United Kingdom and United States. Each perception is incomplete and fails to address the dynamic environment and contexts of management performance. An alternative approach integrates elements of both, emphasizing issues central to achieving enhanced performance. (Contains 36…

Draws on the Common Core of Data (CCD; National Center for Education Statistics) to present information on the number and percentage of students dropping out or completing school (among states that reported dropouts) for school years 1989-1999 and 1999-2000. Discusses differences between CCD and Current Population Survey dropout statistics. (SLD)

Discusses the complexity of naming nonfiction as a class of written works. Struggles with many different possible definitions of nonfiction and considers the problems with many of the definitions. Suggests the use of the term "creative nonfiction" as an umbrella to cover the widest range of nonfiction literary production. Argues that…