Assumptions about academic staffing in Canadian universities are examined in light of the combined effects of the expansionist 1960s and the depressed 1970s. Six critical issues that require attention in the higher education community are presented for examination, including mid-career alternatives and the need for objective data. (JMF)

A conceptual framework for understanding both the growth in college administrative staffs and the shift in faculty functions that have caused institutional operating costs to rise steadily is presented. Strategies for changing the trend are discussed. (MSE)

The legislated merger of two Australian Colleges of Advanced Education, Armidale and Northern Rivers, and the University of New England is viewed from the perspective of a staff member. The legislation, expectations, and superficial and structural changes are examined, and implications for the country's higher education system are discussed. (MSE)

Describes a conceptual framework and vocabulary that can be used to discuss strategies and choices involved in reference question handling. A model of question handling is presented which provides for developing strategies for handling questions, evaluating the appropriateness of the strategy, and relating levels of service to resource…

Discusses the development and use of pretrip and posttrip lesson plans written by nature center staff to enhance the learning experiences of students on nature center field trips. Lists and discusses the major components of the lesson plans. (Contains 11 references.) (MKR)

Using a system of alumni class agents for college advancement can be effective, but common problems include weak class identity, large class size, overburdened staff, and poor class communication. Institutions can help by offering on-campus training for class agents, communicating regularly, and recognizing agents' contributions and successes.…

Longitudinal study of how school districts allocated resources, focusing on expenditures and staffing, during a 6-year period in the 1990s, a period that saw the implementation of state standards and accountability initiatives. Finds, for example, that school districts did not appear to spend more on instruction, but did hire more instructional…

Most camps use specialists to run activities and cabin leaders to manage campers. However, a generalist model offers greater leadership development opportunities. To implement a more generalist paradigm, have camp leaders express their areas of skill and interest, pair up experienced and inexperienced staff, allow specialists to cover activities…

Information regarding the Bush Administration's six national education goals as they apply to personnel/human resource staff is presented in this report. Personnel/human resource staff, who are instrumental in providing effective teachers, will play a major role in achieving the nation's educational goals. Each goal statement is followed by a…

Observing that conventional approaches to institutional solvency through staff reductions or alterations have not been very effective, the author advocates an organizational development approach to the student-faculty ratio dilemma. A systematic staff analysis plan is outlined and its advantages and disadvantages compared to the conventional…

It is argued that student services can save themselves by helping assure the significance and survival of the institution at large. The suggested strategy includes an assessment of underdeveloped areas and resources (staff, facilities, etc.) and their redeployment in new programs to meet institutional needs, e.g. commuter student or community…

Describes an experimental dropout prevention program in which selected high school students are assigned to a "homeroom" teacher who gives each student extra personal attention and works with each student and his parents to develop the best educational plan for the student. (JG)

Describes an experimental kindergarten program underway at a school in Texarkana, Texas. (JG)

This report contains annex materials from a study conducted for the New Jersey State Library (NJSL) with two major objectives: (1) to determine how much it costs two state contract libraries--the Central Library of the Newark Public Library and the Bureau of Law and Reference of the New Jersey State Library--to provide supplemental question…

This publication presents adaptations of four papers given at a workshop on Staffing and Manpower Development, sponsored by the Mental Health Manpower Development project of the Southern Regional Education Board. The introduction delineates four dimensions to be considered in describing staffing patterns (organization, utilization, type, and…