Regional population networks identified and discussed include APLIC, POPINFORM, and POPLINE (North America and Europe), DOCPAL (Latin America), ESCAP (Asia), and PIDSA (Africa). Brief discussion of the POPINS proposal which appears to be emerging as a model program is also included. (JPF)

The author describes a self-styled professional development program, which involved a 6-week experience working with the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education's (WICHE) regional research program. The author notes that the experience helped her in remaining current in the field while also engaging in scholarly activities. (TA)

Reviews the history of the relationship between OCLC and the regional networks, and examines current stresses in this relationship. Strategies that might be used to preserve this partnership are suggested. (1 reference) (Author/CLB)

A compact atlas--"Information Highways: Mapping Information Delivery Networks in the Pacific Northwest"--provides a model for assimilating large volumes of information dealing with generic topics. It combines data and information blocks with information technology graphics blocks and maps showing the actual locations of information…

In an effort to find new solutions, an Appalachian Regional Commission workshop examined the severity of the dropout problem in Appalachia; looked at successful prevention programs including 70001 Ltd., REAL Enterprises, and Jobs for Tennessee Graduates; and previewed the model dropout reduction curriculum being designed at Appalachian State…

Describes new Appalachian Regional Commission model health care program linking expectant mothers/infants with volunteers familiar with available resources to provide prenatal medical care, assistance in modifying personal habits potentially harmful to unborn infants, nutritional supplements and advice, and social service assistance. Includes 1982…

Views of the executive director of the Southeastern Library Network (SOLINET) on the topic of regional networking are expressed, noting the needs of users of regional networks, cooperative program development among "networkers," state and multistate structures, and the impact of microcomputers, distributed processing, and resource…

Summarizes a seminar held to: (1) give publicity to Great Britain's Nature Conservancy Plan; (2) encourage constructive discussion; and (3) show how national plans can be converted into local and regional action. Information was shared on natural habitats, local government conservation activities, and reclaiming natural areas. (DH)

Describes organizational structures and multi-institutional relationships developed to implement a Regional Plan for continuing education in nursing. Modifications of the Regional Plan according to local needs and benefits derived are included. (WL)

Examines general trends in the development of Regional Education Service Agencies. (Author/DN)

Describes the Oregon Psychologists' Professional Development Project after one year of operation. (GB)

The Regional Air Pollution Study (RAPS) to be conducted in St. Louis, is the largest air monitoring program of the Environmental Protection Agency. A key segment will be the collection of a data base on which this system of mathematical models can be tested and upon which submodels can be validated. (BL)

Described are media projects undertaken at the Midwest Regional Media Center for the Deaf which aimed at establishing clear learning objectives, promoting student involvement in the learning sequence, and developing evaluative criteria. (GW)

Describes the historical development of regional educational service agencies and suggests future trends. (JF)