Discusses, in part four of a series on HyperCard, the general issue of innovation as it relates to HyperCard, and presents some of the "savvy" regarding HyperCard that has developed in the course of its use in the classroom and in teacher training. (SR)

Discusses educational change and innovation as a result of social and technological developments. Highlights include educational television, the increase of home computers, distance learning, and educational tools. Provides a list of possible developments over a decade and the future definition of school. (AEF)

Presents a Russian perspective on patent rights in pedagogic studies. The paper notes that patents and licenses are profitable for the author, firm, and state and questions why teachers are not involved in the process. It also describes a center for pedagogical innovations in the USSR. (SM)

A guide for a person attempting to construct his own synthesis for change or diffusion of innovation. (HB)

This article discusses aspects of misoneism, which is defined by Webster as intolerance of change. (MBM)

Describes Helen Bellos' approach to music appreciation classes. Modern and popular music is joined with more traditional curriculum to teach theory and gain student interest. (MJK)

A discussion how removing chalkboards might force teachers to use other innovations in instruction. (HB)

Author discusses the videodisc, potentially one of the most significant innovations in many years. (Author)

Part of the SATUrday Review Supplement, EDUCATION IN AMERICA Sponsored by the Charles F. Kettering Foundation.