This document gives a brief overview of aspects involved in developing resource centers for education personnel. The paper is divided into five sections: (1) an introduction, describing the characteristics of resource centers in general; (2) place, a brief discussion of physical organization; (3) program components, describing the necessity of…

Discusses the causal relationship between the allocation of financial resources and technological growth. Argues that economic constraints are becoming an important determinant of technological progress that must be incorporated into technology forecasting techniques. (Available from IPC (America) Inc., 205 East 42 Street, New York, NY 10017;…

Reported is a counter attack by the National Science Foundation related to the programs it has funded in the social and behavioral sciences. The study was undertaken after several months of congressional attacks. (EB)

Based on a nationwide state-by-state survey, information is presented on state laws regulating charitable solicitations for contributions undertaken on an interstate basis by charitable organizations. Brief summaries are given of each state's (and some municipalities') requirements applicable to colleges and universities and of state and federal…

A student at Lehman College describes student reaction to the threat of loss of free tuition and open admissions at New York City University. To money managers, he contends, they represent a "noble tradition," to students economic necessities. (Editor/JT)

Discusses the major points of pending House legislation concerning National Science Foundation (NSF) appropriations. Emphasizes that this bill includes funds for precollege teacher education as part of the science education budget. (MLH)

According to President Carter's fiscal 1980 budget, spending for research and development would increase 4.2 percent, however, spending for basic research would increase 9 percent. (BB)

A recent study shows that financial aid information is very important to prospective students and if it is included as part of an admissions communication program it will significantly increase the amount of interest in a college. (Author)

Examines theories of distributive justice as they relate to distribution of earnings among families and in society. Concludes that theories of distributive justice derive from the conceptions of empirical distribution of earnings and from values concerning what is just and fair. (Author/DB)

The meaning and history of amateurism is explored, and the hypocrisy of its use in modern-day athletics, especially the Olympic Games, is emphasized. By strict definition, it is pointed out, there are few true amateurs in sports today. (DS)

The author asserts that the incidence of mental retardation will be significantly reduced only when we have a greater understanding of the nonorganic form of mental retardation, the type that afflicts approximately 75 percent of persons labeled mentally retarded. (Author/CL)

Discusses two institutional approaches to securing external funding: (1) a "reactive approach," predicated upon a reaction to some external stimulus rather than institutional need, and characterized by a failure to insure program continuance; and (2) a "proactive approach," predicated upon existing needs and involving all levels of institutional…

Requested and final research and development budgets for 1979 are listed according to the receiving agency. Over-all, an average increase of four percent was approved by Congress. (CP)

How to make day care better for children and providers, considerations of cost effectiveness and government role in child care were discussed at this workshop sponsored by the Appalachian Regional Commission. (KR)

Reports and surveys help identify use patterns, problems of funding, staffing, cataloging, collection development and equipment in relation to the use of video and cable television in public libraries since the early 1970's. Use of these technologies can be mastered by public libraries committed to serving as information agents in today's society.…