Describes how series books such as "Nancy Drew,""The Hardy Boys," and Horatio Alger stories can be the basis for lessons on critical reading. (MKM)

Describes a study that examined the relationship between amount of teaching experience and the ability to judge the difficulty levels of reading materials. (HOD)

Presents the nine basic abilities that need to be considered in examining the physical proficiency of job applicants and discusses methods for estimating more precisely the physical requirements of jobs. (IRT)

Discusses the selection of materials for adults with low reading skills: adult basic education (ABE) materials within the public library setting, kinds of materials available, types of collections, acquiring ABE materials (including evaluation and problems), and using ABE materials to teach other skills. (JD)

In the "emergence approach" to interviewing, the interviewer tries to understand how candidates solve problems, relate to others, are motivated, and apply their aptitudes and skills. This paper offers specific suggestions on what to do and what not to do in the interviewing process. (Author/LD)

Examines the controversy surrounding the administration of the Metropolitan Achievement Test on reading and the subsequent recall of the results data by the chancellor of the New York City schools. (IRT)

Nine tables compare prices, indexing coverage, and library popularity of periodical titles for 1977 to 1979. Titles are chosen from indexing services' authority groups and are listed by subject. Based on number of library subscriptions from indexing services, a "weighted price" serves as a budget guideline. (SW)

Suggests sources which can guide schools in evaluating textbooks. (MKM)

The article presents criteria for selecting toys suitable for visually impaired children, describes five suitable educational toys, and lists toy manufacturers. (Author/PHR)

Compilation of children's, librarians' and critics' reasons for children's positive response to literature based on selected Newberry Award winners.

Several methodological and legal issues are considered that arise from the use of quantitative methods to prove intentional discrimination in judicial and administrative proceedings. (Author/MV)

Testing is a means of obtaining information about people and their status. Too often tests and testing govern us as educators rather than being governed by us. Reviews the problem and offers some suggestions. (Editor)

Reading about people in other times and other places can add dimension to children's grasp of reality. (Editor)

Suggests three techniques for avoiding censorship problems by tailoring readings to students' needs. (DD)