Suggests that the process of curriculum change is becoming increasingly constrained by collective bargaining and argues that a systems model of collective bargaining must be designed that will be conceived as a consensus-building process and will integrate all the elements essential to the operation of a school district. (JG)

Despite declining public confidence in the schools, education does make a difference in both intellectual and monetary terms. A number of changes are needed, however, including better integration of educational research and practice with other social services, and the development of a more useful system of educational research and development.…

Discusses some of the "illusions" involved in using learner accomplishment as a primary focus of program evaluation, and argues that a better approach to program evaluation is to focus on the "pursuit of accomplishment" by learners. (JG)

The assertion that there is no general theory of change in higher education is the basis for a discussion of what theories guide the action of those in higher education and the role of theory in the process of individual and organizational change. (MSE)

A review of recent literature on both theoretical and research findings on the application of research to improve classroom instruction is offered. (DF)

This case study illustrates how a newspaper's management introduced major technological changes into the operation, focusing on job redesign. The focus is on motivation. (CH)

Presents insights on issues that need to be considered when one tries to implement changes in day care programs. Such changes involve training and learning efforts; individual characteristics of staff members; staff and program development; effective training programs; and individual motivation techniques. (BB)

The credibility of universities is at stake over the issue of athletics; college and university officers must exercise control. Ten guides to action are presented including: accept responsibility, establish campus rules, reject justification for shoddy practices, and know what is going on. (MLW)

Examined techniques of persuasion used in self-help organization for persons with mental problems. Concludes that successful affiliation with the group is a conversion process and that, although acceptance of the organizational ideology may facilitate an individual member's recovery, it simultaneously reinforces an understanding of mental problems…

Addresses some problems associated with technological change and examines the nature of data and technology, organizations, and computer-mediated work. Concepts of sociotechnical systems design are related to library automation, and a set of strategies for facilitating technological change is proposed. (29 references) (Author/CLB)

Discusses the lobbying efforts for Aid to Families with Dependent Children in the Alaskan legislature, looking at the influence of political party, economics, constitutencies, professional staffing, cue taking, and general lobbying. Notes that such efforts test and refine social work lobbying tactics and contribute to the development of a…

The literature on faculty development and institutional vitality from 1965 to 1985 was reviewed to catalogue existing and proposed strategies to develop faculty, departments, and institutions and to summarize recommendations for future faculty renewal programs. (MSE)

Provides and describes an Innovation Configuration checklist and how it was used by one rural principal to support teachers as they implemented a new math curriculum. Also notes significant role of leadership team. Outlines seven principles of curriculum implementation. (NEC)

Current research on curriculum reform in developing countries and its effects on teachers and the classroom are reviewed. Major issues are outlined, and research findings are summarized. Selected abstracts of current research publications and a brief annotated reference list are provided. (Author/MT)

Explores the needs of women in education in relation to their recruitment, self-development, and advancement. Reviews use of incentives as mechanisms to achieve educational professionalism and to raise teacher proficiency as it relates to women. Offers alternative incentive models. (CH)