Discusses why communications studies are not well poised to deal with some of the issues of the new information order that is emerging or to have an impact on it. Identifies some issues and trends for the future. (SR)

Pharmacy technicians are a logical solution to providing adequate quality and quantity of pharmaceutical services. Technicians are currently trained through the military, technical/community colleges, vocational schools, and hospitals. There is no organization setting policy, establishing standards, or requiring compliance, but the issues are…

Provides an overview of security classification reform for consideration by the Clinton administration and the 103rd Congress. Historical background and current issues related to the security classification of information, personnel security clearances, and industrial safeguarding of classified information are discussed. A checklist of basic…

Conceptual, methodological, and ideological issues in college student attrition in the United States and Canada are discussed; and policy implications of attrition research are examined. It is argued that research in the United States has focused on those who have already demonstrated capacity for success, but greater emphasis on equality of…

Discusses the development of copyright policies for school districts and colleges and universities. Purposes of a copyright policy are explained; differing interpretations of the copyright law are considered; and topics which should be included in policies are listed, including copyright prohibitions, liability, copyright manual, and appropriate…

Explores the legal, educational, and ethical significance of sexual harassment of employees in school settings. A review of case law is followed by perspectives of the sexual harassment experience and difficulties (such as lack of reporting) inherent in obtaining justice. Sexual harassment is a pandemic problem (really a power issue) that renders…

Survey of state directors of special education in 50 states and District of Columbia gathered data on provision of extended school year (ESY) services to students with handicaps within legal framework of Public Law 94-142 and Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Recommendations are presented for development of ESY policy reflecting current…

The institutional structure that supports the arts in the United States needs to be transformed so that it reflects both the internal cultural diversity and the global perspective appropriate for the 1990s. In developing a more comprehensive and equitable system, policymakers should be guided by social science research on the cultural needs and…

Written as though the date were 2007 (20 years after a proposal was made to dismantle protective services for abused children and start anew), this paper examines problems with the 1987 service system, outlines a major restructuring of existing programs, and hypothesizes about the impressive results during the ensuing 20 years. (JDD)

The history and development of this commission established by the United Nations to address the relationship between environment and development is summarized. Speculation about the future of the commission is discussed. (CW)

Describes the development of computer-based information services in New Zealand for education and the social sciences. Highlights include national systems; the influence of personal computer technology on the development of information services; the lack of a national information policy; and the lack of standardized software. (13 references) (LRW)

Addresses the need to clarify dimensions of holistic approaches to integrating children's services by examining current collaborative initiatives in Ontario, Canada. Outlines social and demographic trends, discusses ecological perspectives influencing the cooperation movement, and explores murky implementation issues. Cooperative ventures must…

Describes the role and responsibilities of the Catholic Church and Catholic schools in America's political order, advocating the improvement of educational access and quality for all Americans. Highlights the activities of the United States Catholic Conference and National Catholic Educational Association with respect to the reauthorization of the…

Despite data suggesting a relationship between investment in children's health and improved academic performance, school health financing is inadequate, inequitable, and fragmented. Strategies for improving school health programs include leadership from the nursing profession; collaboration among health professionals; consolidation of funding…

Discusses the educational and organizational theory of Ernst Marx, the educational-organizational models he developed, and their use in Dutch secondary schools, particularly to enhance policymaking capacity. Marx theory embraces several basic ideas: the capacity to individualize instruction, to offer a broad education, to enhance operational…