This address deals with the separation of scientific research from action research which is useful in the practice areas affected by social science. This separation is contended to have many negative consequences, particularly in higher education. (DM)

Current reading standards in British infant schools are considerably below those of the 1930's. (CK)

The approach taken by Columbia University in selecting a programing language for its administrative data processing operations provides a guide for others who need to pick a programing language for an installation. A table of good and bad features of various programs is included. (DE)

Workable ways to correct the lack of communication and isolation of many American Indian students on campuses. (IR)

There are five goal domains in early childhood education that are worthy of evaluation. Three criteria should be used in judging goal statements: intrusiveness (does the goal intrude upon a basic need?); worthiness (what makes the goal worth pursuing?); and source (where do the goals come from?). (Author/LC)

Surveyed 302 colleges and universities to study whether differences exist in admission criteria for minority students and how institutions interpret the term minority. Results showed private institutions were most likely to identify minorities for admissions purposes. The importance of other factors including grades and activities is also…