The author presents a gross-motor training program for mentally retarded children by giving instructions and examples for teaching movement exploration, creative expression, and structured activities. (Author/MC)

The purpose of this paper is to outline and critically evaluate some major aspects of the research on teacher attitudes. (Author/RK)

Discusses the merits and demerits of the three most commonly used means for comparing and contrasting expenditures for school construction -- the cost per square foot, the cost per pupil, and the cost per classroom. Describes a new test instrument based on a refinement of the cost per square foot system, and provides a theoretical test case. (EA)

Author offers five principles to guide curriculum specialists in organizing their plans for sequencing language experiences in reading. (MB)

Addresses four areas of environmental concern in the chemical industry: (1) needs and responsibilities of environmental protection; (2) organization and distribution of environmental affairs within the corporate structure; (3) functions and operations associated with industrial environmental management; and (4) origins and tasks of the…

Discusses the library standards--"Guidelines for Two-Year College Learning Resources Programs"--as approved in 1972 by three national associations, highlighting addition of quantitative standards in 1979, review in 1981, utilization for research studies, role in accreditation process, and use for statewide planning. A 28-item…

AAUP guidelines on establishing institutional policy and procedures for handling sexual harassment complaints are outlined. Sexual harassment is defined and procedures for both bringing and resolving a complaint are suggested. (MSE)

Presents a set of management indicators intended to serve as guidelines for establishing realistic goals and priorities by learning resource center administrators at British Columbia's colleges and institutes of higher education. Five tables summarize the standards and the method for applying the standards is outlined. (Author/JL)

Giving specific attention to the debate on the advantages and disadvantages of joint custody, this article proposes multilevel-multivariable life cycle guidelines for future child custody research. Critical issues are discussed, empirical questions raised, and salient variables examined for both the divorced family and the social system.…

This manipulative learning aid is featured as a tool that allows a teacher to build upon the recognition of number patterns to teach basic mathematical understanding. The activities provide a means to help children refine, develop, and extend their understanding of the number system. (MP)

Materials in this bibliography were selected and recommended by members of the Use of Machine-Assisted Reference in Public Libraries Committee, Reference and Adult Services Division, American Library Association. Topics include: financial aspects, equipment and communications considerations, comparing databases and database systems, advertising…

Uses case examples to illustrate how cognitive-behavioral interventions can be applied to social work situations. Suggests by emphasizing the interaction of personal and environmental realities in influencing change, a cognitive-behavioral perspective of human functioning can provide a useful theoretical framework for direct practice in social…