A physicist argues for the establishment of ground rules in the current nuclear power debate so that vital policy decisions and discussions stay within the realm of rationality permitting useful and meaningful exchanges of information and data. (BT)

The implication for universities of a trend to orient research and development to national needs is explored. University research policies are responding to fears of losing internally funded research and a growing reliance on external funds. (MLW)

This critique of the television special "Is Anyone Out There Learning?" emphasizes three points: (1) CBS presented its own biases disguised as research; (2) television cannot teach literacy; and (3) CBS made education the scapegoat for our social crisis. All articles in this journal issue concern this television program. (SJL)

America's era of expansion is over. The limitless frontier which served as a safety valve for our social tensions is gone and we now must find new national goals. To do this we need a new kind of thinking, not abstract intellectualization but commitment to human service. (SJL)

Examines the contributions of Jacques Ellul to the area of communication research through his principle of "la technique," which offers a primary focus for theoretical considerations of modern communications media and their role in human society. (JMF)

This article focuses on the mastery over the microscopic information processes embodied in devices such as integrated circuits and microcomputers and its effects on society and competition between the computer and telecommunications industries. (Author/SA)

The author worries that teacher educators will respond to the handicap mandate as they did to compensatory/multicultural education--by developing courses about specific groups. Such courses may squeeze out the foundations which, by promoting "educational imagination" and concern for human values, really equip teachers to deal with special needs.…

The reasons for the relatively small amount of computer usage in schools is reviewed. The author outlines several problems and predicts a long uphill struggle before they become well established in the classroom. (MP)

Data from seven large urban areas are examined to determine the relationship between neighborhoods with a high incidence of poverty and social disorganization and low reading achievement. (ST)

Despite equal opportunity legislation since 1954, the gap between the haves and have-nots is widening. Divisive legislation that supports the needs of one group over another can lead to a caste and class society. Equal opportunity must be provided for all. (Author/ST)

Discusses Barbara Jordan's keynote address at the 1976 Democratic National Convention which succeeded in pleasing the immediate audience of partisans while not offending the general audience. The success is attributed to Jordan's ability to appeal to two seemingly contradictory sets of values. (JMF)

Although presented by the press as a new phenomenon, the presence of undocumented Mexican workers in the United States is deeply rooted in history. While current policies tend to view illegal immigration as a social problem, the phenomenon persists because it benefits, politically and economically, both Mexico and the U.S. (Author/GC)

Ways and means to improve the social quality as well as the effectiveness of scientific and technical research are described. The utility of the systems approach and model building is evoked. (BT)

Presented are various aspects of the influence of science on society's intellectual development. Comparisons are made between developing and developed economies. It is concluded that, in terms of science policy, scientific research oriented towards meeting human needs should be of high priority. (BT)

Examines how young people are socialized into various types of modern societies. Probes adult attitudes toward youth, schools as social institutions, and alienation in modern society. (Author/DB)