Although it may lack the theatrics to win headlines, the struggle over equity for women in work is the essence of the feminist movement and an American social revolution. (Editor)

Procedures followed by federal agencies upon receipt of a grant proposal are reviewed and suggestions are offered for receiving help in preparing an application and for locating sources of funds. (LBH)

Study sections are nongovernment scientists who review applications for research grants that have been assigned to the various institutes within NIH. Procedures followed by these committees in evaluating research problems are outlined. (LBH)

A dictate by a fire safety official prompted Ketchikan, Alaska, board members and administrators to plan, design, and construct an appropriate facility for school district maintenance operations. Guidelines are provided. (MLF)

Discusses the importance of identifying the audience and determining specific objectives when designing printed instructional materials that will communicate effectively and provides detailed guidelines for dealing with such design factors as content, writing style, typography, illustrations, and page organization. (MBR)

Describes various formats of teleconferencing and the technology involved, and presents guidelines for successfully conducting a teleconference in an educational setting. Highlights include preparation before the conference, such as providing proper physical arrangements and equipment; activities during the conference; and activities after the…

This checklist provides guidelines for designing computer screen displays and evaluating those designed by others. The checklist covers three important aspects of designing a computer screen display: how the screen looks, how the screen interacts with users, and evaluating the screen. (MBR)

Considers change processes at the school-building level in order to formulate a number of locally based strategies (at the school and district levels) to improve schools and classrooms. Suggests change strategy implications arising from the effective schools research. (RH)

Describes telefacsimile (FAX) technology and discusses the Associated College Libraries of Central Pennsylvania project which is planning to implement a FAX network for member libraries. Guidelines for FAX use within Pennsylvania are included, and sidebar reviews recent developments in FAX add-ons, standalones, and applications. (MES)

AIDS victims' presence in public schools has proved unsettling for educators, parents, and students. This article presents guidelines for administrators caught between two conflicting responsibilities--providing education for AIDS students and protecting students from harmful, contagious diseases. Developing a comprehensive school policy is…

Provides a sequence of planning considerations at the University of Notre Dame leading to the decision to construct a "generic" classroom building for use by the entire university. Discusses the building program, determination of its size and mixture of classrooms, and the definition of general purpose "generic" classrooms.…

Discusses how unit building blocks can be used to enhance five major interrelated aspects of child learning, namely, physical, emotional, social, intellectual (cognitive), and intuitive development. Also presents six ways to encourage good block playing among children. (BB)

To prevent the spread of AIDS, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) are working with national associations and local government and education departments to establish and improve AIDS education programs. It has published guidelines for school health education and has created an online bibliography of AIDS education resources. (JL)

Describes the categories of available information management software, and provides guidelines for needs assessment, software selection, testing, and evaluation. The annotated bibliography cites general discussions and program reviews for the following types of software: file management, general database management, bibliographic management,…

Discusses the role of the academic library in the support of nontraditional students, and offers several suggestions for effectively reacquainting these students with the library and developing their research skills. (CLB)