Some argue that the clinician is an inherently capable administrator by virtue of his clinical training, while others argue that the most appropriate mental health administrator is a nonclinician, trained in administration. Training models and curriculae are discussed which support both views. (Author)

The results of this research indicate that persons with a history of premarital cohabitation do not describe their marriages differently from persons without a history of cohabitation. The authors conclude that premarital cohabitation may not provide types of learning experiences that significantly alter an individual's success in marriage.…

The author gives advice both to those placing job announcements and to those responding to the announcements. (IRT)

Although all library security systems reduce losses, there are significant differences among them in terms of types of protection, cost, and false alarms. Systems from five companies are assessed: 3M, Checkpoint, Gaylord, Knogo, and Sentronic International. (JPF)

Tells the story of a small town library faced with the problem of preventing nuisance burglaries of the type becoming more and more common. The problems of selecting the right type of alarm system are discussed. (JPF)

A workable system for collection development in this library is a weekly review of standard selection tools, catalogs, and publishers' notices by the book selection committee (library director and the department heads of adult, children's, bookmobile, and technical services). (JAB)

Studies indicate that students who use materials chosen by their teachers score better than students using materials not chosen by their teachers even when the same materials are used. In one case 45 percent of the teachers studied had no direct involvement in the choosing of materials. (Author/IRT)

Outlines criteria for deciding when to hire an outside management consultant and which consultant to hire, and discusses the relationship between consultants and their clients. (JG)

After reviewing the "state of the art" in evaluation/selection interviewing, the authors answer seven questions that they are frequently asked about interviewing skills. (Author)

Some specific suggestions to improve conferencing strategies for media specialists and instructional designers are proposed. (Author)

Textbooks have more influence than teachers in shaping the curriculum. They set objectives, daily lessons and activities, and influence test questions. Since the text is often the determinant of a course of study, the selection of a text can be a critical task. Consequently, an instrument for measuring the strengths and weaknesses of textbooks is…

Non-print materials may be used to help children cope with delicate and controversial subject areas, as well as assist in the remediation of serious behavior problems. (STS)

Describes a program that replaced trail-and-error hiring with a reliable and effective approach that includes recruitment, placement, and promotion for qualified disabled employees. Emphasis was placed on avoiding stereotypes in dealing with the handicapped. (Author/IRT)

Following a description of Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral reasoning, the author reviews media which can be useful for moral education in the classroom and in library centered activities. (Author)

Recommends an interview technique that penetrates teacher candidates'"good impression" efforts and probes their past experiences--such as how they handled a specific discipline problem or taught a difficult lesson. Intensive grilling about specific lesson plans, disciplinary actions, and achievements and failures is more revealing than informal…