Harry F. Wolcott's book, which documents the development and arbitrary insertion of a change effort into a school district and the subsequent turmoil it created, is praised for its readability. However, Wolcott's conceptual analyses and his use of data are criticized for their definitional and operational problems. (Author/EB)

Selected facts and research related to employment of women. (ABM)

In the early 1960's a movement began to place educational practice on a foundation of scientifically based knowledge. Based upon case study experience and the application of a sociology of knowledge framework to larger policy issues, the authors trace effects of this attempt to place education in the scientific domain. (Author/GC)

Description of the process through which the Kentucky Educational Television designed and developed a television based instructional series to prepare adults for the GED high school equivalency certificate examination. (Author/STS)

A media specialist observes a class for a semester to identify areas where audiovisual materials might enhance the presentation, and meets with the instructor to discuss potential applications of such materials and plan for the production of specialized items. (STS)

Examines some factors which may threaten the use of instructional technology in specialized subject areas and suggests procedures to reduce cost and time in producing instructional systems. (Author)

Suggests that we need a new design for schooling--programs that are demanding but humane--which will provide both effective shelter and better nurture for the minds of young and old alike. Also points out that we have many good educational ideas that should be exploited now. (Author/RK)

Many individuals have contributed to the development, implementation, and refinement of IGE. (MM)

Covering the academic years 1994-95 through 1995-96, this document presents the University of California, Los Angeles's (UCLA's) biennial narrative report to the American Library Association Committee on Accreditation. The document is divided into two parts. The first part, General Narrative Report, addresses changes that have occurred in various…

Article consists of an answer to a question sent to a newspaper asking the identity of John Dewey, whom the inquirer noticed on a 30 cent stamp. (RK)

Answers to the questions most commonly asked about Action Learning are beginning to be answered by a test project in Seattle. This article provides insight into what's happening. (Editor)

Author examined the current status of the desegregation movement and traced the development of opposition to school desegregation by both Congress and the president since the 1964 Civil Rights Acts. (Editor/RK)

A general discussion of how educational technology can help upgrade instruction in underdeveloped countries. (HB)