At a time when libraries are adopting systems analysis as an integral part of their management structure, systems analysts are voicing grave concern about their ability to deliver the kinds of systems libraries need. (11 references) (Author)

Describes the design and operation of a salary projection system. This computer program allows school system administrators to determine and evaluate the detailed, total costs of alternative salary scales for professional employees, including teachers and administrative and supervisory personnel. (Author/JF)

The author stresses the use of the holistic approach in (a) the training and role of the psychiatrist, (b) the school and its subsystems, (c) the role of the guidance counselor, and (d) the interaction between the guidance counselor and the psychiatrist. (Author)

The purpose of this paper is to describe and criticize a very common strategy in which the operations reseacher relies strongly on managerial judgement and the existing system as a basis for his inquiry. (10 references) (Author/NH)

Describes a systems-model, useful for identifying teacher behaviors related to educational objectives of courses they are teaching. Considers use of the model teacher-training programs and in teacher supervision, using biology teaching as an example. (AL)

The director of the National Education Association's Division of Educational Technology examines the idea of accountability in education. The article is adapted from a speech delivered before an instructional conference of the Michigan Education Association, October 16, 1970. (LS)

The greater amount of control that can be exerted in conflict situations, the greater the expectation of rationality in conflict resolution. Systems analysis applied to conflict provides a means for rational decisionmaking. (Author/RA)