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)

An analysis of several schools adopting a new curriculum for math is presented. A discussion on the effectiveness of the main characters (the principal, teachers, and consultants) involved in the implementation of a new curriculum and how they affect the student's attitude to the curriculum change. (TLJ)

Identifies factors mental health executives (N=131) see as important barriers to their planning efforts. These executives can best be aided in their planning by actions which will clarify planning domains, insure that appropriate power and authority is vested in the executive, and emphasize planning efforts in innovative areas. (Author/JAC)

Merit pay is resisted by teacher unions yet the public and teachers favor merit advances. Merit pay can work if an employee's value is assessed unprejudicially. Board members and administrators can destroy plans through poor management and unjust programs. (MD)

Major elements of a public relations program for enlisting community support for the school are discussed. Administrators are advised to develop a nose for news, improve their journalistic writing, and get to know the local press. (MJL)

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)

Examines the functions and relationship of school principals and librarians. Discusses the changing roll of school libraries since the 1960s. Explores problems of implementing a new school library. Discusses the librarian's position in the school's organizational structure. Notes that principals must recognize and support the school library…

Describes a study that analyzed the role of regular elementary classroom teachers in practicing individualized education programs for those special education students who were placed in regular classrooms. Also, considers the implications of the study for principals and supervisors. (JW)

The changing nature of evaluation of higher education during periods of financial stringency, possible contraction, and changing social and educational needs is examined. A case is made for hiring high-quality managers who can build consensus in institutions and overcome behavioral problems surrounding self-evaluation. (Author/MSE)

Managing employee grievances at unionized institutions requires standardizing policies and procedures; processing grievances is costly, and mistakes can result in unfavorable court decisions. Steps are outlined for administrators handling grievances at various stages in the process, and a sample grievance form is given. (MSE)

The Miamisburg (Ohio) City School District found that--through clarification of administrative style, definition of responsibilities, and acceptance by other administrators--the associate principal is a more effective school leader, administrative team member, and community liaison than is the usual assistant principal. (Author/RW)

A 15-year veteran professor of education describes the year he spent returning to the principalship and what it taught him about the relevance and usefulness of administrator training programs. (JM)

Describes a framework for moving from the general school effectiveness factors to specific practices and behaviors focusing on strong leadership by the principal. Outlines the general functions of instructional leadership, then narrows to one function, monitoring student progress, and derives specific principal behaviors. (MLF)

The article offers suggestions to teachers and administrators for selecting a microcomputer to best meet students' needs and implementing a computer program in the school. Also addressed are the process of introducing computers into the classroom, technological advances in computer technology, and fringe benefits of computer assisted instruction.…

Addresses the specific advantages to new hospices of incorporating administrative resource people in the planning and organization phases of their programs. Describes organizational structure and the role of the interdisciplinary team. An annotated bibliography summarizes hospice adminstrative resources and research. (Author/JAC)