Statistical sampling techniques for the measurement of book readership within libraries are described. The procedures, developed and initially implemented at Rider College, rely upon interviews of book readers inside the library rather than upon such indirect usage measures as which volumes are lift on tables for reshelving, or analyses of user…

The community characteristics and the present library services of the borough of Etobicoke, Ontario, were studied in order to make recommendations for improved service. It was concluded that the major changes to be expected in the area were an increasing population and increasing numbers of ethnic minority residents. It was recommended that a new…

Beginning in September of 1968, a series of orientation meetings were conducted to establish a field test network and to introduce the Social Learning Curriculum to interested teachers. Phase 1 of the Curriculum was distributed and the system for evaluation was explained. During this period the project could determine the amount of time teachers…

The evaluation of Phase 2 consists of quantitative ratings and qualitative comments collected through the use of an Evaluation Booklet (124 returned). Quantitative data were gathered for the teaching procedures used for each lesson; they included ratings of materials, preparation, teacher information, purpose, and teacher actions. Qualitative data…

The evaluation of Phase 3 consists of quantitative ratings and qualitative comments collected and presented in the same manner as the data in the evaluation of Phase 2 (SO 000 157). In this case, however, only 100 Evaluation Booklets were returned. SO 000 138, SO 000 139, SO 000 140, SO 000 141, and SO 000 156 cover other facets of the curriculum…

A preliminary survey was conducted analyzing the perceived educational needs of 67 top managers, 131 systems managers, and 194 technicians employed by 89 member companies of the National Cable Television Association. Results for all respondents included: educational background; current or contemplated educational activities; their perception of…

The purpose of this publication is to bring up to date the statistical analysis of illiteracy in the world, to study some general patterns and trends, to record new developments in methods and techniques, and to show correlations between national programs and the Experimental World Literacy Programme. No attempt has been made to give detailed…

A field study by Greenleigh Associates of the state and local adult basic education (ABE) program in Maryland found in part that: (1) 3% of educationally disadvantaged groups participated in ABE and less than 1% achieved an 8th grade level education through ABE; (2) inconsistencies were noted at the state level between actual operational…

In 1969 800 questionnaires were sent in four languages to governmental and non-governmental agencies dealing directly with adult literacy in 123 countries. The purpose was to receive details on methods and techniques used. Only 80 replies were received, 73 of which provided information for the study. Replies were classified in seven main…

This report contains information on the federally assisted Adult Basic Education (ABE) programs in 64 school districts in California and the qualitative evaluation of ten representative ones. About 7,500 adults were enrolled in these ten during 1967-68. Training led to: increased participation in voting, employment; promotion, removal from…

The 251 research abstracts, dated 1956-1968, are arranged under these areas: (1) Industry Statistics and Feasbility Studies, (2) Merchandising, (3) Purchasing, (4) Facilities Design and Operations Analysis, (5) Commissary Operations, (6) Finance and Cost Control, and (7) Personnel Management. Research gaps, determined through interviews with…

Little has been compiled relating to research on the 300 Southern, rural majority-black public school districts. The question of how to desegregate these districts has been as difficult to answer as it has been in the big cities. For several years the Federal government has applied a different set of standards for desegregation compliance, but now…

In order to ascertain the direction for further study and improvement of design instruction in the woodwork area, this study explored the current status of design in woodwork and questioned designers in wood and course content and occupational opportunities. A total of 89 (83 percent) educators and 42 (70 percent) leading designers returned…

Data on 25,363 students enrolled in special education programs (residential schools and day class programs) for the hearing impaired during the school year 1968-69 are presented. Data describe the types and size of programs attended, and the age, sex, and hearing threshold levels of the students. In addition to the detailed tables, data summaries…

With the growth and increasing complexity of the State University System of Florida, a growing need has developed for a convenient and authoritative source of information with respect to the operations of the System and the individual universities. This FACT BOOK is designed to meet this need. It contains pertinent information by institution and…