This study selects for study the following propositions: 1) similarity among members increased the degree of cohesiveness within the party, 2) group devotion heightened interest in accomplishing group goals and 3) the threat of an external enemy led to interdependence among members and affected both activities and leadership styles. (Author/AM)

Presents observations of a suburban high school, focusing mainly on the educational organization's use of time. Implications of the school's schedule are examined, followed by a discussion of the task of educating as perceived and defined in the school. Considers the study's implications for a model of educational organizations. (Author/JG)

Discusses the positive effects that can be attained in a library when senior management successfully supports library directors, and the importance of understanding the director's role and management style in order to increase his or her effectiveness. (CLB)

Management theory as a morally neutral science aiming to improve educational institutions is doomed to failure. School administration is inescapably bound up with ethical values and depends on democratic decision making by staff with high self-esteem. Staff with little confidence or pride in their work cannot make good decisions. Includes 13…

Ethnography, which records and describes culturally significant behavior of a particular group, is suggested as a method for college self-evaluation. The potential and limitations of the method are outlined, and current uses in education are discussed. (MSE)

A study of perceptions of the school climate among the students of two secondary schools over two years is reported. The measures used were a scale of teacher concern for students and a measure of student alienation. Differences by sex, school year, and school and their implications are examined. (MSE)

Reports on a study designed to assess burnout levels among college music professors as measured by the Maslach Burnout Inventory and to determine potential demographic and job related factors that may be related to various levels of burnout. Concludes that significant relationships exist between burnout and job satisfaction, recognition, career…

A growing number of colleges and universities are using housing-assistance plans to recruit faculty. Programs range from offering affordable on-campus condominiums to lending money for a house down payment. Faculty recruitment in the 1990s is predicted to be heavily competitive. (MSE)

Discusses practical considerations for planning and designing microcomputer laboratories so that equipment can be easily installed, protected, and accessed. (MLF)

The evolving structure of the national economy and its reflection of the changing demography of our society will affect future demand for higher education. However, the situation is complex and the key may be the preservation of variety and quality in higher education. (MSE)

Discusses issues addressed by OCLC in the construction of its new headquarters. Original design criteria and a retrospective appraisal of solutions are presented in the following areas: (1) structural requirements; (2) environmental considerations; (3) utilities; (4) fire protection; (5) security; and (6) workspace design. Essential design issues…

Examines the relationship between coorientational accuracy (CA) and two dimensions of conflict (tactic selection and interaction satisfaction). Indicates that CA has an impact on interactants' levels of discussion satisfaction. (JK)

Discusses the love/hate relationship that the human resources development community has with corporate training programs. Indicates three major objectives of effective programs: (1) build generic management skills; (2) build skills and knowledge applicable to a particular organization; and (3) forge and maintain a cohesive corporate culture. (JOW)

Points out that successful firms rely on an elaborate informal communication network, according to a review of the latest management literature. Future research should examine how communication has been misused--causing organizations to fail. (NKA)

Issues in strategic planning for higher education are examined in the context of institutional climate, governance, management considerations, the collegial tradition, conflicting objectives, and the disciplines. It is proposed that management for change begins with the rebuilding of a sense of community in the institution that will foster…