Explains the reasons for the financial success and stability of the yearbook operation at Oklahoma State University. (RL)

Presents guidelines for implementing a district-wide reading improvement system, gleaned from the experiences of the Detroit school system. (ET)

Discusses database structure, concepts, and management systems in library settings and describes the Comprehensive Automated Learning Resource System (CALS). This system was developed by NILRC to meet the needs of libraries which incorporate print and audiovisual materials in their collections. (RAA)

Defines the strengths of an integrated personnel system and outlines its implementation, using functional job analysis as developed by Sidney Fine. (Author/RAA)

Traces the evolution of the formulation and implementation of new training techniques, identifies obstacles to their implementation, and describes a management system which has been successful in facilitating the implementation of new human resource development techniques in the Bell system. (Author)

As administrators grow in their understanding of the complexities of school management, they will increase their abilities to take into account the contingent relationship between task, organization, and people. (Author)

The unit management system in residential facilities for the mentally retarded is discussed in terms of positive aspects (facility size reduction, interdisciplinary team development and resource focusing) and negative aspects (such as weakening of professional identity and increased competition and conflict). (CL)

Examines the managerial systems and organizational climates of alternative and traditional public high schools. Three of the four administrative variables show a distinct difference between the two types of schools. (Author/IRT)

First of a series of articles on techniques submitted by school business officials. (MLF)

Provides a general explanation of zero-base budgeting and offers case studies of its applications in both the public and private sectors. Suggests that it must be applied more extensively before accurate and fair appraisals of the process can be made. (Author)

This special issues comprises nine papers presenting a wide selection of approaches to handling subjectivity, vagueness, and imprecision in information retrieval (IR) and database management necessary for success in designing, developing and implementing effective tools for information access. (LRW)

Explores women's experiences of learning to become managers. Discusses empirical data resulting from a questionnaire and subsequent thematic group discussion with average women managers. Highlights the importance to women managers of learning from and with others. Focuses on the contradiction women managers face, that of whether to learn to fit in…

Discusses the capability of computer technology in exchanging databases and spreadsheets in modern foreign languages. Numerous word processing programs and computer hardware are highlighted and compared. (GLR)

To enhance each student's ability to choose career options and increase the amount of available career information, an Ohio high school instituted a computer-based management program called the Pathfinder. Starting in sophomore year, students develop a specific postgraduation plan by selecting one of three pathways (college, career, or undecided)…