Examines factors influencing use of technology by faculty members at an American university. The most important factors are the faculty's need to be certain that the technology will improve student learning and equipment availability. Other factors include funds for materials purchase, advantages over other delivery methods, and contribution to…

A survey of 344 colleges and universities investigated current practices concerning the dissemination of information, within the institution, about research funding opportunities. Results indicate that paper dominates electronic communication for such information dissemination, and selective, targeted distribution to faculty correlates positively…

Discussion of library outreach programs to senior citizens highlights the experiences of Driftwood Library (Lincoln City, Oregon) in using multimedia kits by Bi-Folkal that were designed for use in nursing homes, senior care centers, and retirement homes. Library staffing, funding, and planning needs are addressed. (LRW)

Despite Hong Kong and Macau's cultural, economic, and political similarities, their higher education systems differ. Hong Kong has a well-established system and tradition of government control. Macau's system is smaller, younger, and began as a private enterprise. Trends in government financing, policies, and student loans are bringing the systems…

A Delphi of 22 professors of adult education obtained high consensus on the use of technology, research methodology, and business/industry relationships with continuing higher education (CHE). Failure to agree on a sharply defined research future for CHE and poor prospects for external funding were identified as problems. (SK)

This article reviews court litigation to prevent school systems from drawing on a family's health insurance or other family resources to pay for required educational benefits such as physical and occupational therapy. Parents are encouraged to withhold insurance information from schools and get help from advocacy organizations. (DB)

The concepts of "image" and "image management" in higher education are relatively new outcomes of an overall debate about accountability. Competition for faculty, students, and resources demands that colleges and universities promote their faculty's good work. Public support and trust are critical to funding and understanding…

The political context of evaluation is compared for the United States and developing countries, and a framework is proposed for discussing the political context of evaluation. Significant differences are the role that international donor agencies play in developing countries and the emphasis on stakeholder evaluation in the United States. (SLD)

Notes on planning for successful parent and family weekend programs at colleges and universities include discussion of the event's purpose, scheduling, use of a planning committee, funding, effective promotion, attention to program detail, tailoring programs to subgroups and target populations, event ideas, and family involvement in other campus…

As state budgets decline, colleges and universities continue to hire lobbyists as a cost-effective way to increase finances. Many institutions are lobbying for support of specific research projects, despite criticism of "pork-barrel science." Although small lobbying firms are popular, many larger firms are expanding to include higher education…

Recent developments have led agencies serving young children with disabilities to obtain third-party reimbursement (Medicaid, private insurance, etc.) for services. An examination of the legal and policy implications of increased third-party billing reveals serious drawbacks including loss of confidentiality, burdens on informed consent, hidden…

Describes how an archdiocesan education foundation developed a program promoting school choice for low-income Milwaukee families. Tuition grants provide access to alternative educational opportunities through the support of businesses and foundations. (LWL)

The impact of collaborative research based in new research centers on the Australian university system is examined, and broad policy implications for academic researchers are outlined. University involvement, required by the research center grants, support from the disciplines, and limiting factors in cooperative research are discussed. (MSE)

Parents can offer a college time, loyalty, and money. Leading roles currently played by parents in campus programs include recruiter, career counselor, political supporter, and fundraiser. Keeping track of parents, organizing and orienting them as volunteers, funding the programs, and assessing the efforts' effectiveness are important elements.…

To counter criticisms that its foreign aid is self-serving, Japan has developed new technical and educational assistance programs for students and trainees from developing nations. However, elements of these programs appear to further domestic economic development and to maintain political relationships with local elites in recipient countries.…