The relationship between policy formation and research is explored. Three theories accounting for the non-utilization of research, ways in which research is utilized by administrators, and situational factors influencing use are covered. Implications for future action within an increasingly political framework are presented. (SW)

The author, a congressional staff specialist, reports on the shifting focus of federal science policy. (Editor)

Data collected from three national conferences on improving the dissemination of scientific and technical information are presented and problem areas are identified: access, economic factors, roles and responsibilities, functional activities, and centralized planning. Recommendations are concerned with communication content, and user, provider,…

Through a review and integration of heretofore rather distinct literatures, this paper develops preliminary conceptual frameworks of the variables affecting the acquisition and utilization of technical information by administrative agencies. (Author/IRT)

The literature on the political context of the environmental movement entertains competing hypotheses that environmentalism either transcends or embodies traditional left-right cleavages in American society. Findings from a statewide survey in Wisconsin indicate substantial relationships between sociopolitical ideologies and support for…

A California model Integration Incentive Act proposing financial bonuses to school districts for giving pupils integrated education opportunities is presented. Some of the more difficult policy issues involved in drafting an integration incentive plan are examined, and cost estimates based on California school district data are discussed. (MJB)

Reading specialists can and should take action that will help determine the nature of public policies affecting reading. (MKM)

An example of a multicultural preschool program is studied and the conclusion is drawn that such programs must pay serious attention to the school as a social system in which the relations between people are largely derived from the class variables of the larger society. (Author/AM)

The paper answers two questions: why the Confederate Salish and Kootenai Tribes of the Flathead Indian Reservation existed as a legally defined group in 1970; and why the Confederate Salish and Kootenai Tribes had 5,500 enrolled tribal members in 1970. (Author/AM)

Compares the workings of a competitive market with the advantages and disadvantages of wage and price controls. (Author/RK)

Describes the types of items that should be included in school district guidelines for student publications and lists questions to consider when formulating editorial policies. Includes sample student publication guidelines. (GW)

Nine higher education commission reports were examined as to quality of research and stated objectives in comparison with results. Surveyed assessment by 29 peer leaders indicated that only Carnegie Commission reports could be shown to have changed the law and others had limited effect. (LBH)

This Water Conference adapted a set of detailed action recommendations on various aspects of water resources development and management and decided that this set of recommendations would be known as the "Mar del Plata Action Plan." This article presents an abridged version of selected recommendations in the Action Plan. (Author/MA)

The U.S. imports more than half its fish foods per year. As a result, the federal government is now showing an interest in aquaculture and has designated the Department of Agriculture as the lead agency for research, extension, and education. Catfish, salmon, and oyster farming are given as examples. (MA)

Examines many aspects of the United States' policies toward supplying technology to underdeveloped nations. Advances arguments which the author believes should be considered in future policy formation. (CP)