Defines educational planning from differing perspectives and describes four bodies of knowledge bearing on the concept. Current uses of research by professors are depicted and future research and training needs bearing on planning are recommended. (Author/WM)

This essay suggests an analytical framework for estimating manpower requirements by skill categories for the purpose of educational planning. (Editor)

Author compares his philosophy on training which heheld twelve years ago with that he believes currently. (RK)

The superintendent of schools in West Bloomfield Public Schools, Orchard Lake, Michigan, suggests that realignment of school administrative staff can result in more efficient operations and lower costs. (DS)

Presents an analysis of the Soviet Union's educational system and suggests the continuing need for a rise in the level of education based on the premise that society's income from raising the skill level of workers outweighs considerably for expenditures on securing this rise. (Author/RK)

A 7-part review of America at work, this article is the first of nine over the next eight issues. Manpower Research Visibility is a quarterly supplement to The American Vocational Journal. (Editor)

The School of Allied Medical Professions at The Ohio State University has developed job descriptions in occupational therapy, and is in the process of developing curriculum guides to educate for performance in these job descriptions. (Authors)

Explores the implications for the educational preparation of home economics workers at all levels and the problems facing the profession in developing to its fullest potential. (Editor)

Discusses a study that examined the relationships among measures of human resource development, education, manpower utilization, and economic growth in the States. (Author)

Problems of training, retraining, and counseling older workers are examined in terms of some of their characteristics, such as slower work habits, decreased physical strength, adaptability, and lack of self confidence. Ways to compensate for possible handicaps through training and counseling are suggested. (Author)

The plight of the Alaskan native is forcefully described here. Employers recruit outside the state, while native residents, able and willing to work, cannot find jobs. Meanwhile Artic oil discoveries threaten to compound the dilemma. (Editor)

The research administrator's role in the process of coordinating the actions and agendas of a diverse group of individuals is discussed. Results of a survey of administrators' perceptions of the time spent in these tasks, the outcomes of their efforts, and the accessibility of information to aid them are presented. (MSE)