Discusses the problem of defining topics in education and training for which television is suitable, discounts selection rationalizations sometimes used by educational television practitioners, surveys evidence on the selection of appropriate media, and emphasizes the value of developing multimedia material. (Author/CMV)

Explains the use of a trained team selected from an organization to supply knowledge of the work system and help gather and process the data within a reasonable time. Role relationships, diagnostic team activities, team knowledge and skill requirements, team member selection, and costs are discussed. (JD)

After a brief discussion of considerations in book selection, the author suggests some new and classic titles in children's literature that may be useful in values education. Publisher, cost and grade level are listed for each recent title. (SJL)

Examines two aspects of the uniform federal guidelines affecting selection and interviewing, briefly looks at research on interviewing and considers how this fares in light of the guidelines, and makes specific recommendations to help minimize discriminatory interviewing practices. (Author/IRT)

Responds to doubts raised in the preceding article about the author's readability graph. Defends the orthodoxy of the procedures used to develop the graph and presents data showing that it correlates quite well with the other formulas on first- and second-grade materials and is just a little high on third- grade materials. (ET)

The structured interview format reduces the subjectivity and inconsistency inherent in traditional employment interviews. The process is based on job duties and requirements, is administered by a committee, is consistently applied to all applicants, and is documented for future reference. (SK)

The process of selecting qualified teachers for continuing education programs includes an analysis of the educational environment, a clear job description, a concise idea of the type of person sought, preinterview screening techniques, and basic principles of interviewing and decision making. (SK)

The field of continuing education is undergoing dynamic change. The recruitment, selection, development, supervision, and recognition of able teachers of adults are vital functions which must be continuously improved. (SK)

Outlines the development of the program of an assessment center designed for use in management and trainee development. (Author/IRT)

While videotapes and videodiscs have the potential for revolutionizing our ways of creatively exploring information, they are not yet financially or practically realizable for libraries. Librarians should ensure that high standards for the quality of media collections are not compromised by commercial media promotions. (RAA)

"Fair Textbooks: A Resource Guide," compiled by the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, lists resources, bibliographies, and directories to aid teachers in choosing bias free textbooks. (CJ)

This article is designed to help textbook selection committees and personnel make better choices of instructional materials. It outlines the types of information selectors will need about their own districts' curriculum and characteristics and presents a chart for design analysis of this data which can be used in textbook evaluation. (SJL)

Describes "Bookmatch," a computer program that attempts to match children with just the right book. (FL)

Discusses the influence television has on children's language development and lists television resources that illustrate children's literature, vocabulary and reading skills, mathematics, and study skills. (HTH)

Explains how the temporary help industry operates and lists some considerations when choosing a service. (JM)