A linear programing approach to the school busing problem is analyzed in some detail. Six different linear programing models allow examination of the effects of changes in the parameters of the models on assignment of students. Various ways in which school officials may use the solutions to the models and the postoptimality analysis of the models…

The community schools movement can help to provide equality of opportunity for all persons concerned if educational planning and goal setting include all of the people responsible for education -- parents, administrators, citizens, teachers, and students (PACTS). (Author/DN)

Article focused on contemporary social studies programs and the problem areas selected for children to explore. (Author/RK)

If quality is to be maintained in the coming period of stringent resources and declining enrollments, budget formulas and management practices must be reformed. (Editor/PG)

Discusses the implications for the future of higher education by examining data concerning demographic factors, growth projections, supply factors, expansion concerns, health care needs, and manpower supplies. (Author/PG)

Described a program designed to stimulate teacher involvement and to break down isolation within the profession. This program provided opportunities for important initiatives in the furtherance of the teacher's professional development. (Author/RK)

The purpose of this paper is to formulate an approach that builds on the existing research and development activities in Saskatchewan, that takes cognizance of the lessons learned so far, and that possesses a defensible rationale and realistic plan uniquely tailored to the Saskatchewan scene. (Author)

Basic notions in the Marxist-Leninist view of education, and the function of technical education in a socialist country within the framework of general education are outlined. (Author/KM)

Discusses the development and growth of educational collaboratives to deal with problems in the larger city school districts. (GB)

Resources should not be devoted to FLES unless student need and interest are demonstrated. (JH)

Presents the reflections of a candidate for the principalship of a suburban elementary school. Explains what she would have done had she been selected principal. (Author/DN)

It is maintained that the advisory board concept of R. Reger is a hollow solution to the problem that exists between teacher preparation programs and local education agencies, and that schools of education must teach the educational process rather than train students in interventions, processes, materials, and settings. (MC)

A presentation of a linear planning model to be used in economics for education. (Author)

Presents descriptions of the management, systematic, and open-access curriculum development models to identify the decisionmaking bases, operational processes, evaluation requirements, and curriculum control methods of each model. A possible relationship among these models is then suggested. (Author/DN)