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Graves, George R. – 1975
This study applies the methodology of systems dynamics to analyze engineering and engineering technology education systems. A preliminary system analysis is presented relating primary variables and their interaction in the overall system through a series of feedback loops. This is followed by a system structure development and mathematical…
Descriptors: Building Systems, College Curriculum, Engineering Education, Higher Education
Immegart, Glenn L.; Pilecki, Francis J. – 1973
A comprehensive introductory book on systems theory and practice in education, this text is designed for introductory graduate-level courses or for self-study. It presents an introduction to a wide variety of subjects, with references for more detailed study of individual topics. The emphasis is split between systems thought and systems…
Descriptors: Educational Administration, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Management Systems
Smith, Robert G., Jr. – 1974
In its most general sense, a system is a group of components integrated to accomplish a purpose. The heart of an educational system is the instructional system. An instructional system is an integrated set of media, equipment, methods, and personnel performing efficiently those functions required to accomplish one or more learning objectives. An…
Descriptors: Education, Educational Development, Educational Objectives, Educational Research
Bernoff, Robert; And Others – 1973
This paper presents some suggestions about and evidence on how research theories from social psychology can be used to improve the operation and effects of short term educational programs whose objectives include the education or reeducation of individuals. The document is intended for people connected with the kindergarten through college…
Descriptors: Educational Change, Educational Planning, Educational Programs, Educational Research
1969
A symposium was sponsored by the American Society for Engineering Education; experts in the fields of technology, economics, and pedagogy gathered to evaluate the potential technological advances in terms of cost-effectiveness and feasibility within the existing educational framework, and to help delineate the ways in which educational…
Descriptors: Autoinstructional Aids, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness
Plourde, Paul J., Ed.; Thomas, Charles R., Ed. – 1975
Addresses, technical papers, and descriptions of institutional administrative data processing (ADP) applications presented at the 1974 College and University Systems Exchange (CAUSE) National Conference are compiled. Topics include (1) operational data systems, (2) management information systems, (3) planning and management systems, (4) new…
Descriptors: Administration, College Administration, Colleges, Computer Oriented Programs
Plourde, Paul J., Ed.; Thomas, Charles R., Ed. – 1975
Nineteen contributed papers presented at the 1974 College and University Systems Exchange (CAUSE) National Conference are compiled. Topics include specific applications, data base management systems, and management techniques in administrative information systems for higher education. (DGC)
Descriptors: Administration, Colleges, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs