This study first provides a review of literature relevant to curriculum autonomy and school-based curriculum development, with special emphasis on Australian secondary schools. The second part of the report analyzes Australian secondary school staff's perceptions of: 1) the meaning of curriculum autonomy, 2) the advantages and disadvantages of…

In the study described in this paper, 221 students in beginning and senior level university journalism and law courses read descriptions of ten cases of alleged invasions of privacy by photojournalists, gave their opinions on the ethics of taking and publishing the pictures, and indicated their degree of interest in a number of topics related to…

Recent rulings of the United States Supreme Court and other courts have tried to maintain a balance between a free and unintimidated press and some measure of protection for individuals against libelous accusations. The language of recent rulings suggests that the courts are focusing on impartiality and objectivity in reporting as a standard of…

The role of the English chairman and his relations to students, faculty, and administration are discussed. Some of his "overriding" problems are considered, but emphasis is given to future problems which may result from an "administrative-dominated" college. The article concludes that despite the problems and indications of future pressures from…

This book, an account of the "Red Lion" Supreme Court case and similar cases that arose after that decision, discusses the implications and problems inherent in enforcing the Federal Communications Commission's "Fairness Doctrine." After a detailed chronicle of the Red Lion case, the book relates applications of the Fairness…

Thirty-three articles present observations on how the media operate and how the media have affected society to date. The articles deal with a wide variety of topics, including the editorial page; political cartooning; daily-newspaper starts and suspensions from 1960 to 1969; journalistic ethics; well-known journalists, such as John Dunlap, James…

Following an historical review of court decisions regarding students' rights, this paper discusses the 1969 Tinker case in which high school students' rights of free expression were established for the first time, examines the 1974 Kennedy Commission findings that the First Amendment rights of high school journalists were being ignored in most…

The primary purpose of this book is to help the public become more aware and critical in their selection and appraisal of the media. Part 1 consists of a single essay by Theodore Peterson that gives a historical perspective on the development of the mass media in the United States. Part 2 deals with the print and electronic media: magazines, photo…

This document reports the 1975 proceedings of the American Society of Newspaper Editors (ASNE) convention held in Washington, D.C., April 16-18. The contents include a list of officers and directors, past presidents of the society, and a copy of the ASNE Code of Ethics. Also contained in the document are reports on such individual sessions as…

Findings from the behavioral sciences suggest that prejudicial publicity can in some cases influence the outcome of a trial. Studies directed at the jury trial situation yield amibiguous results but provide some evidence that potential jurors can be prejudiced by pretrial publicity. However, the question "Does pretrial publicity bias the…

This book surveys the implications of freedom of the press for a constitutionally rooted public right of access to electronic and print media. Part one provides general perspectives on access to the media, including discussions of access in relation to the Supreme Court, to First Amendment history and theory, to current perceptions of the press,…

This edition of the handbook of the University of Kansas is conceived and published more as a policy manual than as an informational text. Included are policies, regulations, and other data of interest to staff members. Details are provided on: university organization; university government; faculty appointment policies and procedures; appointment…

The 1975 edition of the Bridgewater State College faculty handbook outlines the college's policies and procedures concerning the faculty. The administration and college structure are detailed as is the faculty organization. The college's policies on faculty status are discussed including academic freedom, professional ethics, academic rank,…

The Faculty handbook for Hollins College outlines the college's policy on academic freedom. Additionally the document discusses the organization of the faculty and governance, promotions and tenure; faculty responsibilities; faculty research and professional activities; retirement plan, insurance and tuition; major academic regulations; and…

The 1968-69 faculty handbook for Clarion State College provides information as a guide and reference to all faculty members. Sections cover: (1) faculty employment and related conditions including, promotions, tenure, salary, leaves, academic freedom, and professional responsibility; (2) faculty organization, including the constitutions of the…