This report describes the use of the Internet as an image and information resource in an introductory television and radio production class (COMM 223: Principles of Radio and Television Production) at Western Illinois University. The report states that the class's two lab sections spent the first half of the semester preparing a television…

Noting that having research evidence to recommend or refute specific policy choices is especially relevant in this era of increased demand for accountability in human services and government, this fact sheet details 10 criteria with which to evaluate the worth of research reports. The 10 criteria or considerations are: (1) consider the source; (2)…

This directory lists the names of volunteer groups, individual transcribers, and nonprofit and commercial organizations that transcribe and record books and other reading materials for persons who are blind and physically handicapped. It was compiled from information supplied by organizations and groups who perform these services. The listing is…

This book is both a reference tool for locating high-quality Latino children's literature--rhymes, fingerplays, poetry, stories, plays, and books--available in the United States, and a resource guide containing successful ideas for using this literature with children of all cultures. Particular emphasis is placed on books by Latino authors,…

The purpose of this exploratory study was to compare three experts and three novices in a Web-based problem solving context. The task was to search and evaluate Web sources for writing a research paper on a topic (inquiry based instruction, or IBI) that was unfamiliar to the users. The following research questions guided the study: (1) What type…

Knowing what type of information is appropriate for particular purposes, knowing how to find such information easily, and evaluating information may be called information literacy, digital literacy, media literacy, or techno-literacy. Educators should feel comfortable searching and critically evaluating information found on the Internet before…

This bulletin describes the publications of the Bureau of Education which at the time of its compilation (October 1911) are available for free distribution by this office. Requests for titles from this list will be filed as long as the publications desired continue to be in stock, but it should be understood that the supply of many especially…

Compares the roles of traditional media and nonmedia sources in disseminating information on drug abuse and treatment among college students. (TO)

Describes four sources for information about industry. (SB)

Experience in Minnesota with an experimental university-based technical information program has revealed the extent of the needs of small industrial libraries and has demonstrated how assistance practically applied contributes to growth of new and small firms. (Author)

Discrepancy-Score Approach, a technique developed and tested over a three year period, allows school districts to determine their perceived educational needs. (MB)

Members of the legal profession are going to be cautious in recommending statutes granting privileged communication to counselors. However, in the opinion of the author, after certain inconsistencies have been cleared up concerning how and where information is distributed, counselors should make efforts to secure the protection of legal authority.…

A systematic approach to statewide evaluation of career guidance, counseling and placement. (Editor)