An approach to college budgeting that encompasses strategic as well as operational decisions is proposed. Strategic decisions focus on creation and maintenance of institutional capacity, whereas operational decisions focus on use of that capacity to accomplish specific purposes. Strategic budgeting must emphasize institutional assets and their…

It is argued that the discipline of pharmacoeconomics has much to offer the pharmacy field during a period of health care reform but that these specialists must let their colleagues in related fields know how they can assist in facilitating change. (MSE)

Increasingly, colleges and universities are turning to corporations and corporate consultants for advice on institutional restructuring. Some observers are concerned that the fundamental differences between higher education and business will be compromised; others see the trend as primarily a public relations effort. (MSE)

A survey of 16 nonformal education programs for women in the Caribbean indicated an emphasis on employment creation, small business management, leadership training, and awareness of gender issues. To an extent the programs increased awareness, developed skills, and changed attitudes and behavior. However, significant numbers of participants did…

Discusses school reform difficulties, profiling a suburban New York superintendent's struggle to forge an institutional mission via stakeholder surveys and strategic planning. Contrasts Seymour Sarason's pessimistic views about reform with Michael Fullan's school-renewal approach. Describes a Pennsylvania superintendent's successful employment of…

Discusses the concept of charter schools. Highlights basics of the concept of charter schools, legislation helpful to the movement, encouraging results of charter schools now in existence, and a research publication on charter schools. (JW)

Conducted three-year study to examine development of college students using Student Developmental Task and Lifestyle Inventory (SDTLI). Administered SDTLI to 1,193 first-year college students in 1989 and to 256 students from original sample 3 years later. Found student change patterns related to membership and leadership in student organizations.…

Calls cognitive behavior therapy useful tool for changing negative behaviors of children. Presents some guidelines for those wishing to use cognitive behavior therapy with children. Suggests that teachers and others who work with students act confident, be kind but tough, learn to have successful confrontations, use rewards to replace punishments,…

"Altering the normal flow" is the statement in Larry Lezotte's article (in same issue) that best describes changes in Illinois school district. Although district was well run when new superintendent took over, its internal change process geared toward learning for all proved more challenging than cooperating to pass a tax referendum.…

Describes a former principal's experience in turning around a largely black high school in Jackson, Mississippi. The "Callaway Action Plan for an Effective School" became the focal point for school action, team building, problem solving, celebration, and modification. Another learning-for-all experiment as associate superintendent of a…

This paper argues that problem-based learning in higher education offers more constructive ways of thinking and acting in times of educational change. The same problem-based approach can illuminate some of the issues in current efforts at educational reform and assist in bringing about constructive change. (MSE)

Tells the story of two schools involved in an education reform initiative in a large, urban district. Argues that teachers who see themselves as learners create a supportive environment and are much better prepared for the massive challenges, the continual setbacks, and the incremental successes that enduring educational reform entails. (SR)

Describes a typical "good" school in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, that was transformed into an exceptional learning environment by a highly motivated principal and her staff. Audubon School's principal succeeded because she created a climate of high expectations; exposed teachers to professional growth activities; encouraged faculty…

Examines nine case studies involving science, mathematics, and cross-disciplinary curriculum reform. Common dilemmas included content coverage/depth of understanding, parental resistance, and insufficient time. Successful curriculum reformers relied on national and state guidelines, teacher collaboration, and local teacher leaders. Reformers must…

Three conceptions underlying current university restructuring processes are examined: cost containment, separation of academic and administrative units, and emphasis on data gathering. Discussion focuses on emerging problems and suggestions for rethinking restructuring and moving beyond these conceptions. (MSE)