This paper (1) deals with the misconceptions that prevail regarding moral education; (2) rationalizes the need for an understanding of morality; (3) highlights Kohlberg's cognitive development morality; (4) discusses moral education; and (5) rationalizes the need for further research. (JOW)

Proposes an uncertainty principle for information seeking based on the results of a series of studies that investigated the user's perspective of the information search process. Constructivist theory is discussed as a conceptual framework for studying the user's perspective, and areas for further research are suggested. (Contains 44 references.)…

It is questionable whether research funding goals are truly driven by the most pressing societal problems. Women are not systematically included in studies where the results would have benefited them. Nurses should include women as appropriate in their research and influence organizations to maintain nonsexist research agendas. (JOW)

Calls purely quantitative measures of Hispanic aged mental health insufficiently sensitive to cultural factors. Describes uses and limitations of qualitative methods, especially in-depth interviews and life histories, and suggests that researchers include psychometric tests in interviews to improve data interpretation. Develops Adlerian…

Describes an attempt at the University at Albany, State University of New York, to compile a bibliography of government documents on homelessness published before 1960. Indexing problems are discussed; use of Public Affairs Information Service (PAIS) is considered; further research is suggested; and the bibliography of 80 documents is appended.…

Introduces series of seven articles presenting some of the issues and methods that characterize emerging mental health services research. Discusses five major areas of concern identified by the National Institute of Mental Health. Invites researchers and methodologists to contribute articles focusing on mental health services research…

Longitudinal studies of gifted and talented individuals can provide a base upon which to determine educational practice. Such studies could reveal whether life-span patterns are unique and how demographic characteristics affect aspirations and achievement. (SK)

A review of the competence movement in British education and training suggests that more work is needed in two areas: the social context of the movement and broader frameworks of research for analyzing its impact. (SK)

Notes a critical examination of fundamental assumptions of gerontological research reveals problematic sources of concept and theory development. When empirical findings conflict with researchers' theories, the latter must be reexamined and revised. Claims the aged themselves should be looked to for new hypotheses, and focus should be on such…

Comments on the research reported by Goodman and others in this monograph. Maintains that society is justified in asking children to testify. Modifications of traditional methods of testifying in cases involving testimony by children are warranted. A unified family court system would reduce the psychological trauma of children. (BC)

Introduces "virtual reality" (computer-enhanced environments in which the user feels present), and considers its possible implications for communication research and researchers. (SR)

Numeracy still lacks recognition in adult literacy, for a number of reasons: differences between the culture of academic research and adult numeracy, perceived difficulty of math as subject matter, lack of relevant research, and lack of a forum for adult numeracy issues. (SK)

Discusses speaker panels as educational interventions in which lesbian women and gay men share their personal stories and respond to questions and comments. Presents practical information on effective speaker panel presentations for counselors, student development professionals, and other human service professionals. Discusses empirical findings…

Responses from 53 percent of 450 professionals surveyed were used to form a framework for research in vocational special needs education. Professionals with limited student contact perceived greater need for applied academics and generalizable skills research. Urban professionals perceived greater need for measurement of program impact on…

Responds to an article in the same issue of the journal presenting a meta-analysis of reading research. Suggests that the metastudy is well conceived, yet its disembodied perspective, devoid of any mention of an actual teacher, student, or school, is emblematic of how far the frames, questions, and methods deemed important have taken reading…