Author gives examples of how widespread the tendency has become to politicize all of life, and why it seems unfortunate to view all things in such terms. (Author/RK)

The purpose of this paper was to review some of the concepts concerning accreditation in higher education and to make an attempt to determine the influence of accrediting practices upon the college and university curriculum. (Author)

In this paper, an attempt has been made to synthesize some of the current thinking in the area of criterion-referenced testing as well as to provide the beginning of an integration of theory and method for such testing. (Editor)

The essential point of this article is the value of reading comprehension as compared to the value of reading rate. (RK)

This study is seen as offering part of a necessary empirical base for constructing a middle range theory of cooperation between educational institutions as well as teachers involved in such cooperation. (Authr/RK)

This article focuses on the importance of affective outcomes, the definition of the affective side of the schooling experience, and the measurement of the impact of instruction on the affective reactions of pupils. (Author)

Attempts to define exactly what is meant by appreciation of literature. (MB)

Drew conceptual distinctions between the constructs of communication apprehension and shyness. Examined, in two studies, measures of these constructs in terms of their relationship and independence. Found that communication apprehension and shyness measures are empirically distinct from each other. (PD)

The issue of defining learning disability is considered. Important recent trends in research are reviewed with regard to: intellectual skills, academic retardation, neurological and behavioral dysfunction, and cognitive and interactive processes. Current intervention methods are also briefly described. Available from: Journal of Pediatrics, C.V.…

Identifies current issues in argumentation by reviewing writings in "JAFA," a scholarly journal with an argumentation focus. Also examines seven recent undergraduate texts in terms of their treatment of those issues. (PD)

Presents a breakdown of spending from 1971 to 1980 by the U.S. Department of Education (and its predecessor, the Education Division of the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare) on educational technology research, development, and demonstrations and on support for purchase of equipment and facilities. A reference list is included.…

Calls for redefinition of the "Black middle class," based on (1) measurement of Blacks and Whites by uniform criteria, and (2) consideration of a group's relationship to the means of production. Stresses the need for research on the role of structural factors in the development of racial and class consciousness. (Author/GC)