The Eleventh Lake Placid Conference in October 1973 stressed the need to strengthen our commitment to home economics research and sought new directions for the profession. (Author)

The Council for School Renewal, comprised of administrators, teachers, counselors, and members from two nearby colleges, was formed to improve the quality of education offered at Augusta (Kansas) High School. Inspired by certain elements of the "Kansas Schools for the 21st Century," report, the council recognized that a value shift and…

Although caffeine is seemingly harmless in ordinary daily intake, there has been increasing concern about the possible side effects of habitual caffeine ingestion. The excessive daily ingestion of caffeine in the form of coffee, soda pop, tea, and various medications may lead to a chronic disorder known as caffeinism. This study tested the…

This paper argues that an understanding of sport must be predicated upon an understanding of the culture in which it occurs. Because 20th century American society views competition and success in sport as preparation for competition and success outside of sport, a revision in emphasis within sport itself may lead to a revised emphasis in life…

The article discusses the Japanese Ringi method of change (a habitual response automatically applied to most any change which a Japanese organization can make, whether it is in the financial, technological, or human resources areas) and how it can be of value in looking for an improved management process. (Author/BP)

Recommendations for the choice of corporate authorship and the form of corporate name are proposed as bases for international agreement in this area of cataloging. These recommendations are based on three assumptions: (1) that main entries are necessary and important; (2) that choice between conflicting alternatives should be to select that…

The literature on program evaluation contains numerous suggestions that evaluative information is frequently underutilized or inappropriately utilized by administrators. This paper reviews the literature on utilization with a view toward identifying workable strategies for optimizing appropriate use. Specific recommendations to evaluators include…

This organizational analysis of Windsor minor hockey was conducted as a pilot study into the policy decision making process in a sports organization. The study was divided into three phases. In the first phase the organization was audited and provided with information about various feedback channels. In phase two observations, available…

Traces the recent history of libraries and mentions loss of status, insufficient funds, insufficient evaluation methods, and unspecified goals as major contributors to contemporary management problems. Also outlined is a management strategy, which includes public relations, long-range and short-range goals, and budget and financing. (JVP)

Suggests an R&D process which has demonstrated its utility as a means of allowing researchers to communicate more effectively with both users and administrators (or funders). (Author/DAG)

A review of a representative sample of behavioral interventions with delinquents from 1968 to 1976 suggests that behavioral interventions may be producing first-order change only. (Author)

If members of an organization have the opportunity to compare their theory in action with their espoused theory, they will become aware of dysfunctional aspects and will probably attempt changes in order to reconcile the differences. (MM)

This presentation explores several dimensions of resistance to behavioral therapy, uses psychodynamic concepts to illustrate the resistance to therapy, and suggests effective behavioral strategies for change. (MJB)

Ohme's Law is that the success of a plan does not necessarily depend upon its merit, but rather upon the right combination of leadership, plus client and practitioner involvement. (Author/IRT)

Explores evolution of group process in social change movements, including the evolution of the new left, the cooperative movement,and the women's liberation movement. Proposes a group-process model that encourages people to share power and live their visions. (Author/NB)