Describes key developments in the bibliographic control of microform sets, including the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) Microform Project Survey and contributions by bibliographic utilities. The need for libraries, micropublishers, and bibliographic utilities to cooperate in the formation of cataloging standards and practices is…

Summarizes the topics discussed at a series of seminars examining the problem of the high cost of research journals. Areas discussed included the extent of the crisis, coping strategies, the potential of electronic publishing, the publish or perish issue, the formation of coalitions among libraries and association and university presses, and…

Surveys psychology textbook authors and editors on their perceptions of the introductory psychology textbook market. Finds that the textbook market is divided into three levels according to quality, and that authors and editors are not familiar with most textbooks. Notes that the growth of used book companies has adversely affected the market.…

Teachers are largely responsible for bringing the substance and spirit of science to each new generation. When appropriately linked with and supported by university and industrial scientists, teachers will better represent the culture of science and technology and respond to society's ever-changing needs. Includes five references. (MLH)

Responds to an article in the same issue by Ken Goodman concerning the basalization of picture books. Notes that basals will continue to change as beliefs and knowledge about the reading process advances. Sees no reason for the assumption that some hold truth and that anyone who has not seen the light holds devious intentions. (RS)

Discusses the importance of introducing young adult readers to the poetry of African-American women. Topics addressed include reading and listening to recordings of poems; issues of access, including the reader's ability to comprehend works outside his or her own cultural context; and the concept of voice. (Contains 12 references.) (LRW)

Discussion of the revision of cataloging rules to simplify catalog records focuses on the information relating to publication, formerly called the imprint. Highlights include a review of cataloging codes; Library of Congress rules interpretations; the impact on bibliographic utilities; implications for technical and public services; and publishing…

Increasingly, colleges and universities are turning to corporations and corporate consultants for advice on institutional restructuring. Some observers are concerned that the fundamental differences between higher education and business will be compromised; others see the trend as primarily a public relations effort. (MSE)

Presents a history of information science and examines research problems that confront information science historians. Concludes that information science researchers need to draw on a range of related historical studies such as the history of science and technology, printing and publishing, and information institutions such as libraries, archives,…

Presents a literature review of 38 articles that discuss electronic performance support systems (EPSSs). Assesses and classifies each article's EPSS by its settings for use, initial reasons for development, and system features. Finds that the primary markets responding to the potentials of EPSSs are businesses and industry, with secondary markets…

At Morse Bros. Truck Co., training videos provide just-in-time training as needed where needed. Mentor/drivers elected by their peers select the videos, schedule viewing, and lead discussions. The training is having measurable, positive impacts on the business and serves as a vehicle for organizational change. (SK)

Examines contributions of the Chemical Manufacturers Association (CMA) to science education through partnerships with schools. Describes several CMA endorsed science programs. (LZ)

Examines a trend toward increased corporate funding of upgrades to aging academic labs and equipment prompted by the loss of federal money. Discusses the benefits and dangers of university alignment with industrial research agendas. (LZ)

Discussion of digital document image processing focuses on issues and options associated with greyscale and color image processing. Topics include speed; size of original document; scanning resolution; markets for different categories of scanners, including photographic libraries, publishing, and office applications; hybrid systems; data…

At the turn of the century, Taylor and Ford introduced new concepts of organizing the workplace that radically changed the skills, knowledge, and work habits needed in manufacturing. As global changes redefine work today, vocational education should focus on developing a system of knowledge to educate manufacturing workers. (SK)