Understanding organizations as learning organisms requires a higher level of analysis, including a systems approach and biological, cybernetic, dialectical, and chaos analysis. (SK)

This article develops a framework for a common definition of system and system change drawing heavily from current understandings within chaos theory, quantum physics, and self-ordering systems. The framework is discussed in the context of TRACES, the national technical assistance agency for students with deaf blindness, and service delivery…

Discussion of the development of instructional materials focuses on project management for developing materials for distance education. Various planning strategies are discussed, organizational settings and their effects on planning are described, the development of a project plan is discussed, and a phase network as a management tool is…

A realistic production schedule helps deliver college publications on time. This requires team effort and a spirit of cooperation, specific task scheduling, using tickler systems to keep staff on track, not allowing procrastination, and setting aside planning time. (MSE)

Presents results of study of effectiveness of family systems approaches to resolve school behavior problems used at school attendance and review board (SARB), referred to as mini-SARB because team meeting takes place at school level. Includes background and demographic data and description of mini-SARB process (beliefs/assumptions, team roles,…

This interview with a founding partner of a consulting firm specializing in product and process innovation discusses the need for American businesses to rethink their one-shot approach to innovation and implement instead a systems approach to supporting and managing innovation. A strong collaborative effort that reaches throughout the organization…

Responds to previous article in which Daniels and White propose problem-determined linguistic systems approach for mental health counseling and counselor education. Addresses missing constructivist foundation of Daniels and White article, examines their concepts of counseling and assessment, and offers alternative constructivist and systems views.…

Responds to previous article in which Daniels and White propose problem-determined linguistic systems approach for mental health counseling and counselor education. Contends that Daniels and White offered little to educators and supervisors about how to develop program to produce practitioners who become managers of conversation. (NB)

Recommends a systems approach to ensure a positive working environment for campus information technology professionals to help reduce personnel turnover in this critical area. Guidelines include appropriate compensation, reasonable and effective matching of job scope and resources, problem prevention, and balanced professional development. (DB)

Discusses the challenges in managing performance across national cultures and within changing corporate cultures. Describes two human performance technology tools that can help performance consultants understand different cultures and provide the basis for successful management action: the culture audit and the systems model that can be adapted…

Discusses transfer of training and explains the Transfer Design Model, which provides a comprehensive process for designing transfer techniques into training materials and organizational systems. Topics include initial performance measure, systemic design factors, instructional design factors, training, maintenance system, and transfer performance…

Uses of the agricultural knowledge systems concept of information flow are described in Holland, Bhutan, Switzerland, and India. Application of the model for gaining an overview of institutions must be combined with a functional approach for designing appropriate extension programs. (SK)

Compares differences in Noam's (PS 524 984) and Cicchetti's (PS 524 985) viewpoints to their shared idea that our understanding of human development has much to gain from the emerging field of psychopathology. Describes Noam's approach as intended to blur the boundaries between optimal and pathological development, and Cicchetti's approach as more…

Explores differences in Diderot's and Rousseau's pedagogical ideas: the former emphasizing technology as a systematic body of knowledge and the latter focusing on human development and the relationship of knowledge to context. Examines their influence on mechanical arts, systems, and technology education today. (SK)

Proposes a critical constructionist approach to family services as a useful framework for family social work. Presents the foundations and basic ideas of critical constructionism, and applies these ideas to social work with families. (JPS)