This article describes the establishment of a preschool resource center for rural families, some activities which have taken place, some problems which have been encountered, and some resource utilization data. Other topics discussed include materials, community involvement, and parent activities. (DB)

This summary of a recent evaluation of the Minnesota Management Information System (MIS) focuses on problems encountered during its evolution and on options available to solve those problems. A delineation between state and district information needs is provided, with an emphasis on statewide standards for reporting educational needs. (MER)

Discusses a study which tested the effects of providing specialized instruction for research literature analysis and use during the initial stages of problem solving in college level psychology courses. Findings indicated that students who learned to review research profited significantly. (Author/DB)

Investigates the combined influences of social and cognitive factors upon the pattern and level of information exposure of adults. Develops a model of information exposure based on parental socioeconomic status, sex, educational attainment, childhood use of print media, occupational status and complexity, adult print media usage, television usage,…

Compares the uses of mass media and informal social networks in opinion formation among women from three varying population density groups. Results indicate that the degree of urbanity and education mediate choice of information source. (JMF)

The increasing percentage of Chicanos in drug abuse treatment points to the need for training and training materials that realistically address the cultural needs of Chicano clients. Lifestyle and cultural differences mandate training relevant to the special needs of Chicano drug abuse workers and others employed in related or supportive programs.…

A computerized method of assisting monograph collection development by correlating library circulation with inventory statistics is presented. (Author)

Some students and all instructional faculty at the U.S. Air Force Academy Library were surveyed by a team of computer and behavioral scientists and library administrators. Findings included a high opinion rating of known services but also identified numerous little-known services and resources; measurable differences in usage patterns were…

Research results with industrial and academic users and nonusers of computer-readable bibliographic data bases indicate that prior information "style," satisfaction with more traditional information resources, and attitudinal predisposition to the possible utility of on-line search services have some small effect on subsequent usage of on-line…

The study investigated the effectiveness of two outreach/education modalities established to increase the utilization of mental health services by Hispanic elders: (1) a service delivery modality, and (2) a mass media modality. (NQ)

Summarizes current reference-services costing practices and reveals problems with these practices. Suggests six ways that current costing practices of reference services can be improved. (AEF)

To improve its service, the Offa (Nigeria) township library conducted a user study. The investigation found that 51% of users were students ages 19 and below and that 78% were males. Most users wanted extended hours, improved newspaper collections, more accurate shelving, and a consistent lending policy for all materials and users. (PEN)

Discusses problems with patron Internet access in academic libraries and describes a study conducted at Northwestern University (Illinois) that used Internet tracking software to assess user Internet behavior. Topics include Internet use policies; pornography; and loss of control over library services and information content that is provided. (LRW)

To determine how the Internet is being used in education, researchers surveyed newsgroup participants. Questions concerned demographics and usage. Responses totaled 147. Results indicate that there is a solid foundation of users who are optimistic about the future despite hardware and software problems and concerns about offensive material. Seven…

A study involving three general education elementary teachers and three students with disabilities evaluated the effects of a training package for teaching teachers to embed the use of constant time delay in their classrooms. Results indicate that only after training did teachers embed the procedure correctly and frequently. (Author/CR)