The development of the new technology in the U.S. adds to the notion that history is irrelevant and that futurists have nothing to learn from it. Public school pedagogy plays a strong role in perpetuating the hegemony of the social and economic elite. (JN)

Two perspectives on the sociology of education were identified and related to general sociological perspectives. The theme of constraint and construction was considered in relation to the institution of education and its role in capitalist society. (JN)

The educational system serves to perpetuate the capitalist hegemony. Research on the role of education in maintaining a system of structured social inequality has tended to emphasize the structure of schooling rather than the content. (JN)

Presents the results of a survey of over 600 Texas superintendents concerning their perceptions of the power structures in their communities. (JM)

Nine rules are given for effective state government/academe relations: know the institution; know the state power structure; understand the current situation; maintain rapport with key officials; match institutional representatives with officials; lobby cooperatively with other groups; thank others appropriately; avoid bad-mouthing; and maintain…

After examining how management development and organization theory have developed, the author considers how the two are linked and discusses their place in today's management scenario. Looks at how management development practice has used theories of organizational structure and process, permitting a new form of management appraisal or…

This game focuses on techniques for identifying coalitions or subgroups within larger social systems; and generates a wealth of data that not only serve to dramatize social dynamics, but also can be used to identify the structure of coalitions and the degree to which particular individuals exert interpersonal influence. (Author/CMV)

Examines the effects of gender, age, race, group size, and other characteristics on spatial displacement in the general population. Considers the relative contributions of power, gallantry, and status in the determining of who yields to whom. (JMF)

University faculty must realize that collective bargaining and labor organization are the only techniques they have available to regain control over their educational environment. (LH)

A business executive who is a trustee of a small college describes the world of college management. Three sources of differences between the college and a business are: (1) the absence of profit, (2) the "colleague authority," and (3) the tyranny of entitlements. (MLW)

Problems caused by the intrusion of boards of education into labor negotiations between teachers and administrators are discussed. (JD)

The authors discuss "evaluation paranoia" as a fact of life for students and educators. By grades or job evaluations, both are pressured into conformity through fear of the evaluator. Suggested is a new conception of evaluation, based on self-appraisal and mutual goal setting, to promote honesty and personal growth. (SJL)

Probationers' problems with probation officers and employers were used in a role-play test. Groups of probationers received behavior training in petitioning and justification skills and were able to learn the responses as assessed during role-played situations. (JAC)

Develops an empirical framework for examining the process and outcome of negotiation. The hypothesis of the proposed model is confirmed indicating that prenegotiation expectations and social power strategy implementation are the most significant predictors of outcome. Also examines the situation and personality traits relevant to the negotiation…

Reveals that collective bargaining is controlled primarily by various political forces rather than by the actual exchange at the negotiating table. Political forces also partially control the relationship between the principal negotiators and set the limits within which they can bargain, thus largely determining the decisions made. (Author/IRT)