An annotated bibliography from the ERIC index, "Resources in Education," presents 27 resources covering the governmental impact on education in such areas as accountability, the relationship of government and higher education, and the impact of federal legislation on education. (JN)

The economic situation has resulted in funding cuts for education from both federal and state sources. The state of Michigan's budget for education has been reduced in all areas. The effects of retrenchment are discussed in relation to local schools, higher education, teacher education, and state agencies. (JN)

Discusses problems associated with federal regulations over funding of basic research. Topics covered include: (1) project versus programmatic support; (2) indirect costs; (3) accountability; (4) federal regulations; and (5) the nature of bureaucracy. (SK)

Considers the utility of the due process clause as a basis for challenging policies of educational finance that result in variations in per pupil revenues. (WD)

The Vision Educational Foundation, an independent organization of programs and projects to meet the challenges of the optometric profession, is described. The foundation provides long-range support to educational institutions, builds an endowment fund, generates funding, and fosters educational projects. (MLW)

Technological change, consumer acceptance, demographics, educational needs, shrinking budgets, and educational reform are identified as six factors stimulating public debate on the use of telecommunications in public education. Sixteen references and an 8-item bibliography are provided. (MER)

Based on his experience in creating one revitalized Catholic high school from the merger of two declining ones in Missoula, Montana, the author outlines three rules for the survival of a school: promotion and publicity, financial solvency, and educational excellence. (SJL)

Adopting management by objectives is a way to improve the operation of small college development offices and increase the tenure of the development officer. The MBO concept is discussed as a means of setting goals, determining ways to accomplish goals, and measuring success. A development office statement of objectives is included. (MLW)

The survival of the alumni magazine in its traditional format and the ability to find money to continue publishing during inflationary times are discussed. The "voluntary subscription," direct mail campaign, and the use of advertising are described. (MLW)

The academic financial reward structure is examined and found to have little conscious design. A redesign is advocated to represent a financial incentive system linked with academic goals and supporting an environment rich in academic freedom, teaching, research, and service in society. (MSE)

A model is described that allows for assessment of alternative funding formulas for postsecondary education systems. Emphasis is on the extent to which marginal funding proposals can offer a viable alternative to traditional linear enrollment driven formulas. The model operates at a statewide level but may be useful at other levels. (MSE)

Presents a study of utilization of student employees at Bowling Green State University Library and the development of an allocation formula to provide proportional funding to tasks prioritized by relative operational importance. The study further produced an objective basis for reallocating resources from less essential to more essential tasks.…

The administrative and financial structure of the Office of Administrative Information Systems and Services at the University of Illinois are briefly described and its financing outlined. Support software and special services are detailed. (MSE)

Considers three issues related to the conduct of research into reading problems of the elderly: (1) the lack of federal funding of literacy research concerning the elderly, (2) differences between conducting research with school-aged populations and with the elderly, and (3) problems encountered in testing elderly individuals. (GT)

Argues that laboratory schools go awry because their goals and purposes are not clear. Underscores the major difficulties and hazards bearing upon laboratory schools: problems of function, differing values, and external and internal support. Proposes constructing or re-creating these schools through dynamic, forward-looking, inquiry-sustaining…