This publication attempts to summarize and paraphrase the views expressed by participants in a conference on decision-making in educational organizations. In particular, the report reviews research literature on decision-making under conditions of goal ambiguity and suggests directions and priorities for future research. The discussion is…

Explores the relationship between research, evaluation, and decision making from the viewpoint of a researcher who has been involved in broadcasting. (JY)

Institutional researchers and planners are urged to adopt conceptual marketing tools to help them deal with situations where data are sparse and time is short. An easily used decision technique is described that can increase the likelihood of getting good answers to the question: How much information is enough? (Author/LBH)

The case history explains the techniques used to introduce research methodology into a service agency for the visually handicapped. (BD)

Demonstrates the need for objective, quantitative measurements of children's services in the public library, lists objectives for these services, and describes the mode of research best suited to the task. Library schools are urged to work with practitioners in the field to build a body of research for the future. (JVP)

Investigates the 'Senior Adult' theatre phenomenon by considering work accomplished or undertaken and specific research needs. Theatre News American Theatre Association, Inc. 1029 Vermont Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20005 Subscription Rates: one year, $5.00; two years, $9.00; three years, $13.00. (MH)

Reviews and analyzes previous major conceptualizations of communication satisfaction and offers a revised perspective and suggestions for future research. (MH)

Results of two separate studies by the Center for Educational Management Studies at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst on the use of comprehensive models are reviewed. Current status of model use is summarized and the findings of a survey on the potential use of models are reviewed. Shortcomings and possibilities for future research and…

Reports on procedures utilized by the National Association for Research in Science Teaching (NARST) between 1974 and 1977 to define priorities for research in science education. (CP)

A three-stage model of sex-role development which accounts for the failure of traditional models to explain sex-role socialization and eliminate discrimination is proposed. The model necessitates exploration of multiple interactive processes which influence sex-role development and several different mechanisms of growth. (Author/AM)

Presents results of a survey conducted to establish an empirical base for planning research activities and identifying the research needs of National Association of Industrial and Technical Teacher Educators (NAITTE) members. The survey instrument is included. (TA)

Suggests some specific areas in which original work on the rhetoric of scientific and technical communication is needed and points out ways in which this work might be carried out. (Author/GW)

Accurate knowledge of the institution's past policies and composition considered within a broader state, regional, or national historical context can be an advantage in coping with complex institutional concerns. Implications for researchers are discussed. (Author/LBH)