Research on the attitudes of physical education students is reviewed, and psychological studies dealing with the concept of locus of control are summarized. Research is needed to clarify effective variables that will lead to the development of physically educated and physically fit individuals. (PP)

The need to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of school media programs is addressed. Media programs must prove that they contribute to a school's instructional program and to student learning. Cost estimates for establishing and operating a program are given, and research needs are discussed. (PP)

Data from the 1970 census indicated that Blacks in low percentage Black neighborhoods had higher incomes, a greater probability of working wives, and higher educational levels than those in high percentage Black neighborhoods. Discriminant analysis suggested that social psychological factors may mediate demographic factors in Blacks' decisions to…

Research in sport sociology is discussed, especially those studies emphasizing the relationship between sports and class domination. The need for research that pays attention to the power relationships between men and women is pointed out. (PP)

Explores the issues of patient homogeneity, external validity, internal validity, choosing and implementing specific treatment modalities, therapist experience and attitudes, therapist age, reliability and validity of measures, and problems obtaining follow-up information when studying treatment of depressed elderly patients. (Author)

Reviews problems with early survey research methods. Recent studies are examined in terms of characteristics of the stimuli and contexts, and characteristics of the perceivers employed in them. Methodological and conceptual issues in these three categories are used to organize the body of research that exists. (Author)

Compares the validity of individuals' self-assessments with other assessment procedures commonly used in psychological evaluation. It is argued that greater attention should be given to self-assessments and the improvement of their validity. Steps are outlined for deciding when self-assessment should be used, and suggestions are offered for…

Examines whether poor Blacks in cities with Black mayors are better off than those in cities with White mayors. Suggests that the election of Black mayors has not positively affected the lives of poor, inner city Blacks, but emphasizes the need for research to draw more reliable conclusions. (Author/MJL)

Presents a summary of the Albany Research Conference, April 1980, sponsored by the National Institute of Mental Health. Leading investigators recommend general research strategies to further knowledge on behavioral approaches to anxiety disorders including areas of: classification, process research, outcome research, treatment delivery, and…

Examines historical trends in geography education and describes three tasks necessary for advancing the teaching of geography at all levels. New curricula and inservice teacher education programs must be developed. The essentials of geography must be clarified. College level geographers must devote more time to research in geography education. (AM)

Explores the progress of student affairs work in fulfilling the criteria for professionalism and concludes that college student affairs work is still "enroute to professional status." Recommendations for assertive and cooperative action by the major professional organizations are presented. (Author)

Recent literature on rural education offers many research possibilities because it contains conflicting and contradictory statements on social class, student attitude, innovative teaching, teacher turnover, and school-community relations, many of which are the result of empirical research. (CM)

Suggests areas of future research for communication educators: (1) communication functions, (2) learning systems, (3) classroom communication, and (4) speech teacher education. (PD)

Reviews research on the antecedents and the consequences of divorce. Research on historical and sociological causes of divorce, theoretical models, and changes in health status and the role redefinitions experienced by the divorced are discussed. Concludes by relating issues to sampling and measurement. (Author/JAC)

The study reviews literature on the role and function of administrators and supervisors in special education and on the requirements for supervisory or administrative certification in special education; examines the major components of the supervisor/administrator role; and suggests expanded role and research areas in administration and…