A fifth-grade teacher describes the program he used to cover death, dying, and funerals in a three-day unit. (IRT)

The article describes the educational approach used at the Adolescent Unit of the Austin State Hospital for seriously mentally ill children (16 to 20 years old). (SBH)

A toy library provided a variety of materials for developmentally disabled children and allowed for evaluation of materials according to the number of interactions they inspired. (CL)

Describes a comprehensive system developed by the Cleveland Trust. An individual can initiate and pursue a good career match even if it takes him out of the organization. (Author/IRT)

A type of descriptor is suggested for application to the description and classification of information systems, and for the development of an information system typology. A list of 83 Function Descriptors developed in the exploratory description of 25 systems is provided. (Author/KP)

The flexible work hours program described is favorably received by both management and nonmanagement employees and positively influences the employees' perceived quality of life without causing a productivity loss. (Author/IRT)

This article describes the Israel Curriculum Centre and gives a brief history of its role in Israeli society. The goals of the centre include: publishing syllabuses for all subjects, developing instructional materials that correspond to the syllabuses, and diffusing and implementing instructional products based on the syllabuses. (RB)

A training program in analogical reasoning skills stresses processes of encoding, inferring, mapping, and applying. Initial sessions focus on applications to concrete analogy problems while subsequent sessions present more abstract linguistic analogies and consider applications to other school subjects. (CL)

The Learning Enrichment Service, a model for meeting the needs of gifted secondary students, acts as a schoolwide support system for teachers and students in both the regular classroom and specialized programs by screening, training, networking, counselling, and exchanging information for enrichment programing. (Author)

Reviews the history and purposes of International Youth Year (IYY). Lists participating Catholic organizations and the activities planned in observation of the year. (DMM)

The program outlined in the article indicates how enrichment and gifted education can be combined to maximize the learning experiences and opportunities for bright and gifted learners. Four examples of pilot programs are offered, including one on water management in an urban wilderness park. (Author/CL)

The differentiated curriculum of the Univerisity of Illinois Preschool Program for the Gifted is based on two instructional models, the open classroom and an instructional model derived from Guilford's Structure of the Intellect. The article describes recruitment, identification, goals and objectives, and programing. (Author/CL)

Describes a community-based program to divert youths from the juvenile justice system. The program's special features are (1) data collection that permits evaluation and accountability and (2) liaison with justice personnel, service agencies, and the community. (RH)

Describes the Wilmington Senior Center Elder Craftsmen Shop in a historical context by discussing the development of pension plans and the evolution in the means of producing goods. Argues that, as a social utility, the nonprofit elder craftsmen shop provides a uniquely flexible work situation. (JAC)

Case studies of differing approaches to developing young managers illustrate exemplary practice, but they also raise questions about the fit between organizational and individual needs. (Author)