Discusses the need to focus on the human dimension to encourage considerate behavior among Internet users, and considers the confidentiality of transactions between librarians and users. Highlights include developing a user focus; individuality and privacy; harassment; management information; research on privacy at Loughborough University; and…

Focuses on the William Crane School (Nottingham, England), a project of British Director of Education, A. H. Whipple, and a response to the 1926 Hadow Report calling for educational reorganization. The school was an embodiment of Nottingham education and housing program efforts, providing for elementary through adult training needs. (KDR)

Examines the context in which special education policies have been implemented in Western societies to understand recent changes. Summarizes different meanings attached to the notion of equality regarding special education and recent reforms. Considers ways that special education provisions have been implemented in France and French-speaking…

Describes Minnesota's responses to the challenges of secondary student achievement and transition to college or employment: "fast-track" planning, tech prep, postsecondary enrollment options, early assessment for developmental education, alignment of graduation standards and college preparation, achievement documentation, and charter…

Describes the fate of science and technology from an international perspective. Uses the United Nations and several non-governmental organizations as examples of organizations that have changed their policies on science and technology. Compares changes in these policies with changes in policies related to gender. (DDR)

Examines the state of cost-benefit and cost-effectiveness analysis in education, first examining the progress that has been made in these fields in the health and medical sectors. Explores one outstanding example of cost-benefit analysis and critiques four other educational evaluations. Synthesizes strengths of cost-effectiveness analysis in…

Discusses dilemmas that biologists face since fear of bioterrorism has increased. Points out the need for definitions for terms such as "sensitive" and policies that reflect the dual nature of biological research. (DDR)

Discusses the problem of avoiding Web-related copyright liabilities in library activities, including legal ramifications of linking and librarians' responsibility for the content of the linked sites. Presents legal cases based on linking and makes recommendations for developing intellectual property guidelines. (Author/LRW)

In response to Fischer (HE 527 626), the author considers a proposal to simplify need analysis in Pell grants and other federal need-based student aid as a good start toward getting policymakers to achieve more consistent assessments of student financial need, but more work by many parties to create a system producing more realistic need…

Effective ways to teach the abstractions of business policy to undergraduates include analogy, simulation, games, and in particular fantasy role play such as "Dungeons and Dragons." As a form of experiential learning, such techniques can help bridge the gap between theory and its application. (SK)

The new state and district policy initiatives in California recognize that effective parent involvement is multifaceted and requires schools' active efforts. The San Diego County Office of Education has served as information clearinghouse, source of direct services to parents, and provider of staff development and planning assistance. Challenges…

Policymakers often use Rate of Return information in formulating public resource allocation decisions. The World Bank uses this strategy to advise developing nations in setting student subsidy levels, tuition, and allocation by educational level. However, Rate of Return may be an inappropriate policy device for these objectives. (Author/MSE)

Lessons learned from experience about shaping science policy include (1) the partnership between health and science interests is fundamental; (2) research fund allocation should be based on scientific merit; (3) better data and careful analysis are vital to decision making; and (4) policy principles should be clear and concise. (Author/MSE)

Discusses participants' roles in the policy formulation, planning, design, and construction of the new library at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (Nigeria). The importance of input from librarians is emphasized; the library's objectives and their influence on the new library are explained; and planning for the move to the new building is…

Public residential facilities (N=218) were surveyed to determine the roles played by their Human Rights Committees in reviewing restrictive/aversive behavior modification procedures. The survey found that almost 98 percent reported having an active Human Rights Committee and 95 percent of the committees were responsible for review of…