The educational document and journal citations found in the ERIC (Educational Resources Information Center) system are explained and the proper translation into standard bibliographic form is given for the usual and irregular cases. Section 1 explains the meaning of each part of an ERIC citation and, in parallel fashion, the parts and order of a…

A pamphlet on how to make use of the results of the Illinois Statewide High School Testing Program in an individual school is presented. The 1973-74 testing program includes tests of academic aptitude, reading comprehension and knowledge, communication skills, and mathematical skills. The program reports contain the raw scores of the students in…

This booklet of mathematical and scientific puzzles and games is designed to encourage the reader, interested in a science or mathematical career, to gain further information from knowledgeable people in his community, to read from a variety of sources, and to write to Scientific Manpower Corporation for its publication, "SEARCH: Science,…

This pamphlet enumerates the goals and accomplishments of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) relating to standards-setting and enforcement, research and monitoring, technical and financial assistance, manpower development, citizens technology assessment, and review of environmental impact statements. Also discussed are EPA responsibilities…

The Faculty Student Association brochure for those on campus at State University of New York College in Oneonta, New York, was designed to benefit not only the college bookstore but to acquaint students with the services and policies of food service operations and the recreational center. (LBH)

Publications consultants picked three student recruitment brochures that were the best search pieces they had seen and described why they worked. The three brochures and their designers included: University of Pennsylvania and North Charles Street Design Organization; Carleton College and George Dehne; and DePaul University and Stein Educational…

Four articles on direct mail include "On Target"; "Writing Better Letters" (Conrad Squires); "Divide and Conquer" (Lee Royce); and "Fifty Ways to Increase Your Response Rate" (Judy Myers). (MLW)

Setting up parent education programs to be implemented in the workplace is discussed. Steps include planning, scheduling, evaluation, and followup. (CT)

Reviews the usage patterns of educational materials distributed to health agencies by the Nebraska Alcohol and Drug Information Clearinghouse. Results of a telephone survey indicated only 30 percent of requestors distributed all material. About a third of the material was wasted. Suggests a rationale for improved usage of material. (JAC)

This pamphlet describes Head Start, a comprehensive program designed to foster the healthy development of young children from low-income families. Based on the view that Head Start helps to build a foundation for children's success, the pamphlet describes the population served by the program, the support received by local communities, its…

Announces the National Science Teachers Association publications How to Investigate the Environment in the City: Air and Water'' and How to Tell What's Underground.'' (AL)

Acquisitions of current printed works in the research library is a complex process because of the proliferation of publishers and publications in all subject areas. Cooperation among the librarian, subject specialist, and dealers is necessary. (JS)

Description of a Pakistani program of publications on various aspects of agriculture especially written for the neo-literate farmer, i.e., one who has basic reading skills which need more practice for permanent establishment. The nature of the materials and their distribution is explained. (JB)

Describes the rhetorical markers and format characteristic of all published brochures. Discusses a rationale and specific strategy for teaching the brochure. (HTH)

Two communication strategies, a brochure and a brochure plus personal contact, were used to disperse wilderness campers from a heavily used meadow. Results indicate that both strategies were successful, and no difference was found between them in overall effectiveness. (Authors/JN)