An elementary analysis of a common textbook airplane problem is given, and then, as an illustrative example, the possibilities of this mechanism for animal navigation are briefly considered. (Author/MA)

In a response to Albert Ellis' feature article, the author states that most of the RET statements offered in the Ellis article are very ambiguously related to the research data cited or are not supported at all. (HMV)

The process of designing and conducting clinical studies of the effects of psychotropic drugs is described and some problems common to these clinical studies and clinical diagnosis are enumerated. (MV)

Reviews the two most prominent methodological procedures used in the study of elites: social background investigations and decision making analyses. Neither of these methodologies when used alone can resolve the power structure debate and two research strategies are offered in an attempt to cast new light on the controversy. (Author/AM)

Notes that Markle's (April 1975 issue of this journal) summary of the current state of research regarding concept teaching conveys a major misconception and omits a major conception. (Author/AM)

Reviews types of geothermal energy sources in the western states, including hot brine systems and dry steam systems. Conversion to electrical energy is a major potential use of geothermal energy, although it creates environmental disruptions such as noise, corrosion, and scaling of equipment. (AV)

Considers some of the differences between "qualitative" and "quantitative" types of research, suggests three kinds of strategies for identifying qualitatively derived models and data that could be useful in collaboration across orientations, and concludes with some remarks on implications of both types of research. (Author/JM)

Reviews and criticizes papers by Rist, Fienberg, and Erickson in this issue of the Quarterly. (JM)

Assesses systematically the opinions of indigenous people about the writings of social scientists in an effort to change their negative opinions of requests made by social scientists conducting research studies in their cultures. Available from: International Journal of Intercultural Relations, Transaction Periodicals Consortium, Rutgers-The State…

Attempts to tackle theoretical and empirical problems of measurement in the study of linguistic minorities from sociological and demographic perspectives. The operations of a language community, the growth of a language group, language shift, and language maintenance are addressed in terms of language community membership, current language…

Presents a brief overview of recent trends in human geography research and teaching practice. Focuses on significant new books, journals, and journal articles which may influence future research and teaching. (JDH)

Reviews methodological issues in the sociological study of suicide, distinguishing between micro and macro approaches. Focusing on critical assessment of macro-level methodology, identifies three recurrent problems: (1) measurement issues on four key variables; (2) problems studying effect of mass media suicide stories; and (3) reasons to adopt…

The Science Council of Canada recently completed a study, "Science for Every Student," which examined science teaching in Canada. This paper analyzes the claims of this study, examines its potential for improving science teaching in the country, and draws attention to the policy issues in the field of curriculum. (Author/LMO)

Reports on research which investigated the ability of undergraduate and graduate music students to make the transfer from research work to applied music instruction. Reviews literature on this topic and concludes that such a transfer is possible. (RKM)

A major source of confusion in educational research comes when qualitative research is regarded as if it were one approach. Qualitative research has many varieties that can be identified and understood by using the notion of research traditions. Six approaches from the social and behavioral sciences are compared. (VM)