This report contains discussions about critical problems that appear to be developing in American scientific research sectors. The views were obtained from letters of inquiry sent to more than 900 persons active in the administration or performance of research in its four main sectors: universities, industry, Federal laboratories, and independent…

A recursive model that accounts for the variation in the level and distribution of family income across metropolitan areas is formulated and estimated in this paper. The model draws from both the human capital and the job competition theories of the labor market in the emphasis it places on the industrial structure of the metropolitan area. Then,…

"Options in Education" is a radio news program which focuses on issues and developments in education. This transcript contains discussions of the national commitment to desegregated education, racial conflict in the classroom, learning how to set up a publishing business, women in education (mathematics and sex) and education news…

Training to provide skilled workers for a large corporation's power plant to be built in Manatee County, Florida, is being planned in area vocational schools and community colleges in collaboration with the corporation. Several photographs illustrate the type of generator, turbine, and other equipment that will be involved in the plant's…

Reports on a questionnaire distributed in 30 large German and Swiss industrial plants, listing goals of various occupational groups, the proportion of workers studying English, construction of courses for different levels and different occupational and hobby groups, and the shortage and continued training of teachers. (IFS/WGA)

Educational and training functions carried out by AT&T valued at $700 million a year, are described. It is suggested that, at a time when students are clamoring for marketable degrees, academics might learn what corporations are seeking from the colleges and how they are preparing their own work force. (LBH)

Described is a catalytic science center designed to incorporate academic and industrial concerns. The center combines educational and research opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students, as well as for the chemical professional. (MA)

The British Broadcasting Corporation's Adult Literacy Project is believed to be the first attempt to use broadcasting on a massive scale to discover the extent of the illiteracy problem in an industrialized society and to contribute to its alleviation. While television or radio cannot, on its own, achieve a great deal, this project supplements the…

Recounts a paper presented to the 18th Congress of the Centre International De Liaison Des Ecoles De Cinema et Television (CILECT) in 1976. Contends that American interests are infiltrating countries which are unable to defend against such threats to their national identity and analyzes "Sesame Street" to illustrate this contention. (MH)

Describes the hardships, harassments, psychological adjustments, and successes experienced by several women who have entered the traditionally male-dominated, skilled blue-collar workforce. Also included is a list of organizations and individuals who offer services to women seeking training and jobs in the construction industry. (BM)

Summarizes the history, categorization, and issues related to electronic publishing and discusses its possible impact on print publishing and the future of libraries. A study that will be conducted to examine that impact is described, including the research questions, null hypotheses, research design, data collection, schedule, and budget. (CLB)

Reviews the copyright problems involved in interlibrary loans using photocopies of journal articles and describes the development of a document delivery system, in which materials are stored on optical disks, printed on demand, and a copyright fee is included in pricing. Technical and practical aspects of the system are discussed. (CLB)

Interviews with computer-company officials and a survey show that: despite higher education discounts, computer companies make money; colleges offer computer companies intellectual capital; students take hardware and software preferences with them into jobs; higher education influences computers built and sold; and higher education is a…

Discusses discoveries and applications of science that have enabled the computer industry to introduce new technology each year and produce 25 percent more for the customer at constant cost. Potential limits to progress, disc storage technology, programming and end-user interface, and designing for ease of use are considered. Glossary is included.…

Reviews the current state of chemical engineering education in Nigeria and points out the distinctive features of its approach to undergraduate education. Discusses problems associated with funding, enrollment, and lack of supporting industries. Includes four recommendations for resolving problem areas. (ML)