Argues that a computerized data management system can help the developmental educator maintain professional accountability. Reports on a project conducted at the State University of New York Agricultural and Technical College at Canton during which paperwork was reduced and report writing expedited through a computerized management information…

Describes a study of 300 college and university basic skills programs conducted to obtain information on organization, skills emphasis, placement and exit criteria, staff training and professional development, effective teacher qualities, and relationships with other college programs and services. Summarizes site visit and survey findings…

Describes four conditions that lead to productive teacher/tutor relationships: teacher choice of a tutor; understanding by both of the goals of the program; mutual understanding of the nature and limits of each other's authority and responsibility; and tutors' presence at and observable involvement in each class. (AYC)