This paper presents a set of models that describes the choices that have to be made occasionally by administrators of human resource training programs. The models replicate the decision processes by which certain courses are developed as well as those that determine the kind of participant served in these programs. (CT)

In focusing on why and how standards might be incorporated into the evaluation process, two themes are explored: the extent to which the Evaluation Research Society (ERS) Standards differ from other recent standards-setting activities and their applicability to local and state-level evaluation efforts. (Author/LC)

A critique is given on Alan Tom's article, "An Alternative Set of NCATE Standards." This critique discusses implications of and possible reactions to Tom's article. (CJ)

This article suggests that although student evaluation of instructional quality is important, most commonly used evaluation questionnaires do not truly measure instructional quality. It urges care in the use of these scores in areas affecting the welfare of instructors. (Editor)

Responds to Rowland's article, (CS 705 841). Contends that policy systems analysis emerges as the only acceptable paradigm for competitive debate and that it satisfies the criteria for paradigm evaluation. (PD)

Considers the positions developed by Lichtman and Rohrer and by Ulrich, and then focuses on Zarefsky's indictment of the proposed standards for evaluating debate paradigms. (See CS 705 841-705 844). (PD)

Argues that good criticism of school dramatic productions requires an open mind and sensitive observation, not preconceived notions and extreme language. (HOD)

Offers a clinical supervision model that provides a means by which reading teachers and supervisors can analyze and improve classroom reading instruction. (FL)

Describes strategy for helping student-teachers systematically and consciously plan their lessons using sequence "overview, prime, drill, and check." Author believes this method reduces new teacher insecurity and can be used as means of analyzing the teaching and learning accomplished in class. (Author/BK)

Suggests 10 questions teachers should ask themselves before buying materials to teach reading skills. (FL)

Describes the stages of value analysis. Concludes that the practice of debating value resolutions may lead to a refinement and expansion of argumentation theory and can provide students with an opportunity to clarify their own values. (PD)

Describes some of the publications that can help the librarian become more proficient in selecting, operating, and maintaining audiovisual equipment. (Author/LLS)

Presents criteria for selecting plays for secondary school theater programs to be presented to the public as well as to be studied or produced within the curriculum. Includes consideration of student needs and abilities, appropriateness, budget, and community standards. (JMF)

Lack of space and budget cuts force many libraries to weed out books and to be selective in accepting collection bequests. The approach for deciding which books to weed out and whether to dispose of these books through dealers or auctions are decisions private clubs and many libraries must make. (RBF)