The administrator in higher education is faced with the task of setting the various decision variables under his control to maximize a value function as defined over a set of goal variables. (Author)

The model presented in this paper is directed toward the improvement of the individualized instructional process by providing student achievement profiles, diagnostic reports, and suggested instructional prescriptions. (Author)

Presents a description of the computer simulation model developed by the National Educational Finance Project for use by States in planning and evaluating alternative approaches for State support programs. Provides a general introduction to the model, a program operation overview, a sample run, and some conclusions. (Author/WM)

Although most users respond favorably to computerized career information systems, staff in human services agencies are sometimes resistant to the systems. (JM)