Signal Corps personnel training programs are adopting the systems approach, which entails such steps as task selection and analysis, setting of training objectives, task sequence, quality control, and testing. (LY)

A theory of solution synthesis is developed within the context of social behavior. (LR)

Macro-system forecasting provides a rationale for arranging trends and forecasts, and a national goal program analysis. (Author/RA)

The model outlined here described sociological, political, economic and educational interactions in an urban school system in order to describe how the system is performing and might be amenable to change and reform." (Author)

This article discusses five categories of educational improvements. Briefly, they are (1) objectives more aligned with goals, (2) increased efficiency, (3) reduced undesirable side-effects, (4) increased reliability, and (5) more objectives are accomplished." (Author/AA)

This systems approach was developed for use in instructor training in the Royal Air Force's education program, but in general terms it is applicable to all branches of industry. (MF)

A representative of the Royal Air Force School of Education and a Field Training Advisor to the Civil Air Transport Industry Training Board continue the description of their simplified approach to job analysis. (LY)

A six stage systems approach adaptation of job instruction training (JIT): objectives; preparation; presentation; application; testing; evaluation. Four figures and 20 references. (LY)

Processes of systems analysis and design as they might apply to curriculum problems are explicated, and the possible difficulties to be experienced are interpreted in the light of a typology of systems ranging from the deterministic to the indeterminate. (Author/JEG)

Discussion of the ISPI (International Society for Performance Improvement) definition of human performance technology and the need to use performance improvement concepts from other fields focuses on applying systems thinking and systematic methodology from management design. Describes the application of these techniques in teaching a graduate…

Discussion of redesigning the educational system focuses on a framework for exploring design options for a new educational system. The need to develop a systems view of education is discussed; systems design is described; and the relationship of education to society is considered. (two references) (LRW)