A brief description of a program whose long-range objective is to create an experimentally grounded theory of human problem solving and social interaction." (Author/AA)

A directory of projects dealing with computer-assisted instruction, primarily at the college level, based on a survey intended to uncover fugitive sources of information in this field (e.g., unpublished project progress reports). (LS)

A project to determine the desirability of establishing an information center is discussed. (CK)

A survey of 16,000 psychologists and psychiatrists invited to participate in an investigation of psychotherapy revealed that less than 1 percent of those contacted wished to participate. Additional data were collected to help isolate the reasons for such limited participation. The reason most frequently given by those who refused participation was…

Outlines networking as a strategy used to establish and promote a nursing research program within three teaching hospitals in Boston. Cites the provision of educational offerings that will stimulate all levels of professional nursing staff independent of their research background as an advantage of the research network. (JOW)

Explains how to plan ahead for successful publishing and provides guidelines for the efficient and timely publication of nursing research. (Author/SK)

Describes the design, execution, and reporting of a fictitious library research project conducted by a children's librarian in the future. Problems in gaining support, in designing the study, and in presenting the results effectively are highlighted, and possible solutions are presented. (BK)

Criticizes the methodology used in the preparation of the report of the National Enquiry into Scholarly Publishing. Argues that small presses were underrepresented on the Enquiry staff and that several important factors were ignored during the course of the research. Challenges the Enquiry's findings and recommendations. (JP)

Sixteen indices of interobserver agreement and six methods for estimating coefficients of interobserver reliability were critiqued. (Author)

Research criteria are established for computer networks and ten areas of research are identified and briefly described. (RAA)

This survey examined the needs and problems of developmentally disabled offenders, particularly the mentally retarded, in community-based programs in Illinois. Results indicate the most needed community-based services for developmentally disabled offenders were specialized living arrangements, counseling, evaluation, and sheltered employment.…