A comparison of the patent policies of 65 research universities focused on the equity rights of universities in employee inventions, procedures for distribution of patent policies and disclosure of inventions, and income distribution to inventors. Some historical perspective for these practices is offered. (Author/MSE)

A study investigated college admissions committee policies for recognizing and rewarding high school advanced placement and honors coursework. One-quarter award an extra grade point for advanced classes, 45 percent give priority in processing these applicants, and 66 percent give points in ranking applications. Advanced placement coursework is…

Examines the impact on minorities of school policies dealing with curriculum, scheduling, grouping, student assessment, and discipline; identifies policies with adverse effects; and notes the difficulty in generalizing their impact for all minority students. (SM)

Graduate students in a school leadership class developed an action plan that encourages women to become and remain administrators and challenges societal assumptions regarding women in leadership. Strategies are advised for identifying and encouraging potential candidates; supporting female administrators; sensitizing the public, school staff, and…

On college campuses nationwide, faculty, alumni, parents, students, and others argue that parking is too expensive, inadequate, inconvenient, or allocated unfairly. Policies may be strict, and abuse of regulations is common. (MSE)

A study investigated the internal transfer and articulation policies of 85 colleges and universities having both 2-year and 4-year programs. Results suggest little concern about intrainstitutional transfer and articulation, challenging ideas that such institutions enhance the continuity of the baccalaureate experience for two-year program…

A study determined the extent to which human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) education and health education policies and practices are required by school districts in the United States. The report presents findings from a survey of 2,150 school districts (78.1% responded) revealing a general decline in such practices and policies. (GLR)

Various theories are circulated concerning Stanford University's (California) controversy over use of federal research funds. Issues involved include billing the government for inappropriate charges, the rapid growth of problems, public relations failures, and poor administration. The president's role in addressing the crisis is a central concern.…

Given the right incentives, many college faculty will retire early. With mandatory retirement of tenured faculty soon to be abolished, institutions may need to revamp their pension plans and introduce voluntary retirement-incentive options. These options include phased- and full-retirement programs. (Author/MSE)

Traditionally, colleges have had right to act in place of student's parents and duty to protect his safety, morals, and welfare. Dramatic changes in this approach occurred after World War II including rejection of the loco parentis role by courts, but trend is away from freedom and flexibility of 1960s as illustrated by policy changes at Boston…

After participating in a 3-week individually paced precalculus or science course, 892 academically talented high school students were surveyed. Findings indicated that most students received credit or placement or both for their independent work. Placement/credit was related to Scholastic Aptitude Test scores, gender, type of school, and grade…

Discussion of hate speech on college campuses focuses on whether the concept of hate speech encompasses expression deserving full First Amendment protection and thus virtual immunity from college regulation. It is argued that the Supreme Court could sustain some form of hate-speech policy on campus based on precedent elsewhere. (MSE)

Colleges and universities are finding it difficult to mold administrative policy concerning freedom of speech on campus. Even when speech or harassment codes mirror federal guidelines for antidiscrimination policy, controversy is common. Potential infringement on rights to free speech is the central issue. (MSE)

In-depth interviews were conducted with 178 general track students in 3 Florida countywide school districts on students' perceptions of school policies and practices. Results indicated that graduation rates could be improved if schools initiated processes to solicit feedback regularly from students regarding the dimensions of schooling directly…

This study examined how much natural variation existed in teaching practices among schools in Botswana. Surveys and observations of Botswanan secondary teachers indicated their behavior was simple, teacher-centered, and involved few instructional tools. Pedagogical routines were consistent over time. External organizational factors significantly…