The problem of the uncooperative experiment arises with the use of human subjects. Evidence shows that typical volunteer subjects have the following characteristics: better education, higher paying jobs, greater need for approval, lower authoritarianism, higher I.Q. score, and better adjustment to personal questions than nonvolunteers. Data also…

Nursing staff members (34) who participated in a 15-week group therapy course as a form of training for more personal effectiveness were observed during the meetings in order to verify assumed relationships between behavior in the group and member reactions to the group sessions afterwards. Five of the ten hypotheses were clearly, and three…

This publication contains statistical data on applicants for disability benefits under the Social Security Act. Tables containing data through 1966 are provided for worker and childhood disability allowances and refusals. Individual and summary statistics are given for the applicants, who are classified by characteristics such as age, sex,…

Steps in the development of a Nucleus Testing Committee to assist in the development of a system-wide testing program in the Madison, Wisconsin, school system are described. Over 60 participants were selected for the committee, using the following selection guidelines: interest in the project and the role to be assumed, commitment to the school…

This report, one of two investigations into the use of public television and radio requested by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and prepared by their Office of Communication Research, provides an analysis and comparison of five selected public affairs programs. These programs include "The MacNeil/Lehrer Report,""USA: People…

Describes a study to determine if nonrespondents to speech communication survey research differ demographically from respondents. Subjects were compared across six dimensions (sex, academic rank, experience, academic degree, teaching level, and principal teaching area) to establish whether or not differences existed between respondent and…

Outlines the structural characteristics of transactions which substitute video linkage for face-to-face communication, including time, space, visual conventions, and participant behavior. Suggests why this form of electronic interconnection will probably continue to grow in use and complexity. (JMF)

The major objectives of this study were to compare coaches with respect to: (1) geographical origins; (2) migration from hometown to college; (3) diffusion from undergraduate college to first coaching position; and (4) geographical movement from first coaching position to present coaching position. (Author/AM)

High and low defensive subjects were given reenacted videotape and videotape feedback of an earlier stressful interview. All subjects had more negative feelings when viewing actor/actress self-portrayals. Low defensive subjects viewed both themselves and the actor/actress portrayals more negatively than did high defensive subjects. (Author)

The results from this study indicate that on the basis of annual participation rates, distinct groups of recreation users do exist for some outdoor activities; the question is raised of how best public resources for recreation should be distributed. (JD)

Surveyed state rehabilitation association members to test a path model predicting desire for organizational involvement on the basis of breadth of expectations of the organization, professional identity, professional education, training satisfaction, and years in rehabilitation. Broader expectations predicted greater desire for organizational…

Examined constraints to participation in outdoor recreation across the life span. Life span was considered important for determining who will stop or reduce participation in recreation activities. Suggests constraints to participation are both pervasive, and can be dichotomized into limitors and prohibitors. (Author/ABB)

A comprehensive review of information on leisure time physical activity patterns and programs provide a means to measure progress and future trends toward national health objectives. Information on general population leisure physical activity, employee fitness programs, and student programs and participation is reported. (DF)

Describes characteristics and expectations of attendees (N=500) at a college fair. Results indicated most participants planned to attend college. Their most important reason for attending the fair was to see which colleges offered programs they were considering. The fair was described as having a significant effect on college preference. (JAC)

The use of user categories to explain campus recreation participation patterns and preferences is explored. User type variables were found to be helpful in campus recreation planning and administrative decision-making. (DF)