Aspects of educational radio covered in this bulletin include a brief history, federal rules and regulations pertaining to it, application procedures, networks and sources of programing, sources of funding, and organizations and government agencies with an interest in educational radio. (JK)

A synopsis of educational radio in this country today includes a brief history, figures on the growth of educational radio, rules and regulations governing it, procedures for filing an application for a station, suggestions for financing, and lists of organizations and government agencies concerned with educational radio. (JK)

This bulletin describes the major responsibilities of the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Field Operation personnel regarding the administration and enforcement of communications regulations. Their duties include inspecting the compliance of radio stations, investigating unauthorized operation, monitoring radio transmission, examining and…

This report presents findings from the first six Gilbert Youth surveys, conducted biannually since May of 1971. The concept of a continuing, national survey of civilian male youth was developed in 1971 as part of a systematic effort by the Department of Defense to study the enlistment motivation and attitudes toward military service held by…

Discusses special considerations affecting organizational development (OD) programs in public-sector organizations, presents guidelines for using OD procedures in the public sector, and offers conclusions about the applicability of OD in the public sector. (Author/JG)

This brief study utilizes the source of referral as a means of assessing agency effectiveness. (Author)

The Environmental Protection Agency chose the American Society of Testing and Materials to develop standardized guidelines for pesticide registration. Since the numbers and uses of pesticides is so wide, establishing ecological and public health guidelines may be difficult. Strong industry and government representation might also hamper the…

This position paper, prepared by the Conference of Local Environmental Health Administrators, places the planning potential of environmental health in its proper perspective in Health Systems Agencies planning and policy formation. (Author/BB)

The article lists twenty-four federal consumer-oriented agencies which deal with consumer inquires, with descriptions of the consumer functions of each. The list is taken from a Consumer Product Safety Commission publication and is designed to help consumers determine which agency to contact. (MF)

Noting some of the reasons for the slow adoption of coordinated services among rural social workers, this article emphasizes models which call for client involvement and use of detailed written plans describing goals, objectives, and intervention strategies that spell out the service responsibility of each provider. (JC)

The International Whaling Commission (IWC) voted to impose a moratorium on Eskimo bowhead whale hunting. Since the U.S. did not exercise its option to object, had previously avowed support for Alaskan subsistence lifestyles, and had previously maintained legal exemption for the Eskimo, there is currently great Alaskan resentment. (JC)

The recent emergence of a novel form of social-change activity, professionalized reform, is studied using the National Council of Churches as an example. A revised theory of organizational transformation is advanced, specifying the conditions under which oligarchy emerges and supports a transformation of organizational goals in a radical…

Discusses the problem of determining the cost of raising a foster child. Total costs include direct or out-of-pocket costs and indirect costs or the value of time devoted to rearing foster children. The use of secondary data for estimating costs in local areas is recommended. (MS)

An annual list of associations, public agencies and sports related groups which track sports injuries is provided. Addresses, contact people, and a summary of each group's activities are given. (JL)

Lists elementary and secondary schools accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, affiliate districts, and candidate schools. (DMM)