Reports data on the organizational structure, staffing, physical space, and types of activities of media service departments gathered in a survey of 90 public universities with student enrollments between 5,000 and 10,000 students. Information about media administrator education and a profile of a typical media services department are provided.…

Uncovers issues in indexing that need scientific research, including the cognitive processes of indexers and users; vocabulary control; how best to supplement human indexers' intellectual effort with computer capabilities; structure and layout of indexes on the printed page and on the computer screen; and evaluation of indexes. (Contains 21…

This paper examines the development of service policy for people with intellectual disabilities in Australia, noting the minor role of research and empirical enquiry. Research's significant role in monitoring policy during the implementation phase is, however, acknowledged. A coordinated research program contributing to both policy development and…

Discussion of adolescent rebelliousness highlights a study of high school students that explored the relationship between rebelliousness as a personality trait and the enjoyment of defiant rock music. Hypotheses tested are discussed, the use of MTV concept music videos is explained, gender differences are considered, and further research is…

Describes an empirical study of students in a Swiss secondary school that was conducted to investigate whether courseware and student characteristics have an impact on learning achievement. Factors to be considered in the design and evaluation of courseware are discussed, students' computer attitudes are considered, and recommendations for further…

This article discusses five high priority internal or institutional issues cited by respondents to a survey of higher education leaders. They are (1) tuition policy and financing, (2) cost control and productivity, (3) planning and budgeting, (4) capital renewal and replacement, and (5) research funding. (DB)

Presents an annotated bibliography of works in hopes of stimulating interest in and promoting scholarly activity about teaching history of psychology. Organizes 56 articles into 3 categories: projects, perspectives, and evaluations. Argues there is a serious need for thorough evaluative research. Includes departmental histories, role playing,…

The 1990 Josephine L. Taylor Leadership Institute addressed the theme "Funding Drives Service Decisions: A Moral Dilemma." Institute participants identified specific dilemmas related to legislation, funding, and placement issues in education and rehabilitation of visually handicapped individuals. Participants subsequently generated solutions in…

Young children with low vision tend to experience delays in cognitive development, motor development, and social skills because of insufficient motivation and opportunities to explore their environments actively. This literature review explores the resulting difficulties in acquiring practical knowledge and spatial/environmental concepts,…

Advocates the study of student demand, understandings, and attitudes regarding general education. Cites lack of leadership and organizational support for general education, faculty inappropriately trained and inadequately rewarded for teaching/advising in general education, and institutional inertia. Supports assessment of students' cognitive…

Examines the effects of the recent subdisciplinary research emphasis in physical education scholarship on whole-person issues. Social problems suggest a need for whole-person research in physical education, but research results are rarely put into practice. Another approach to scholarship is necessary to augment current research. (SM)

Discussion of assessing student performance on simulation exercises focuses on a study that examined the relationship between financial performance and various other measures of student learning in a business simulation. The use of Bloom's taxonomy of learning is explained and further research is suggested. (14 references) (LRW)

Reports on a study of user-based relevance interpretations which considered the nature of users' thought processes in evaluating bibliographic citations produced by a document retrieval system. Factors found to be important include an individual's subject knowledge, professional training, educational background, anticipated usage of documents,…

A study of position announcements for collection development and management librarians found in "College and Research Library News" is reported. Data are presented on mean salaries, required skills and experiences, desired skills and experiences, and responsibilities. Areas for further research are suggested. (15 references) (EA)

Discusses the impact of the Library Services and Construction Act (LSCA) on state prison libraries. Evaluations of the LSCA are reviewed; the effectiveness of the LSCA in the areas of library budgets, staff, and book collection size is considered; and recommendations for further research are suggested. (22 references) (LRW)