In this speech, the author argues against the current emphasis in accountability that focuses on ends rather than on means. He contends that this focus leads to programs of self justification -- e.g., programs that increase the size of public relations and research bureaus. The author urges that accountability be effectuated through improved and…

The role of organized research in Texas higher education is examined with emphasis on the relationship of research to teaching and learning, the quality of academic programs, and the needs of the state and its citizens. University utilization of research funds are reviewed in four areas. These areas include state planning, educational improvement,…

The Management and Information System for Occupational Education (MISOE) is a system designed to provide appropriate decision-related data for local, regional, and State managers within Massachusetts who are responsible for resource allocation over: (1) social agencies, (2) education, and (3) occupational education. The two general types of…

This paper identifies the curricular-instructional implications of PPBS. The author (1) describes the purposes of PPBS, (2) proposes a feasible implementation strategy for local schools, (3) identifies potential pitfalls that should be avoided, (4) formulates a possible role description for supervisors, (5) identifies local schools using PPBS, and…

To serve as a basis for establishing compatibility among the states in planning, implementing, and evaluating programs and services for persons with special needs and in reporting enrollments and other pertinent information, this pamphlet provides specific requirements of the Vocational Education Amendments of 1968, and classification systems for…

New possibilities for colleges and universities in a networking environment and the role of minicomputers in higher education were the two main topics of the conference. William Miller of Stanford presented policy prospects for the late 70's. Other speakers indicated some more immediate steps which administrators and faculty might take to utilize…

The purposes of this study were to determine what characterizes a useful cost estimating model at the community college level, to implement at a community college the Resource Requirements Prediction Model 1.6 (RRPM) developed by the National Center for Higher Education Management Systems, to identify problems associated with implementation and…

This paper sketches some highlights of research in the economics of education since 1960. (CD)

Through an examination of the economic and ethical implications of additional redistribution, the author shows that the massive redistribution currently taking place each year makes it very costly to attempt to move still further toward equality. (Author/AM)

Suggestions are made for restructuring and reallocating existing fiscal, physical, and personnel resources in the present educational system to serve the needs of the adult learner. The economic recession makes the re-evaluation even more imperative. (LH)

The University of Lancaster's five-year development plans (1972-1977) that were submitted to the University Grants Committee are reviewed. Events that have caused significant changes in the plans, including inflation and the change in student choice of majors, are related, and the usefulness of the University's planning processes is assessed. (JMD)

Although Planning-Programing-Budgeting Systems (PPBS) may be inappropriate to the higher educational setting, it is clear that some of the underlying principles of program budgeting have had an important influence on college and university management. The development, application and influence of PPBS are examined. (JMD)

The origin and objectives of the HIS, MSAR, TUSS, and Gern models are explained and main characteristics are compared regarding: estimates of student numbers, teaching curricula, size of groups, hourly workload of teaching staff, calculation of space requirements, non-teaching staff, operating and capital budgets. Pooling of efforts is…

Addressed in this speech are aspects of law library budgets--how to determine need, how to obtain funding, and how to best utilize funds made available. The qualities and duties of a good law librarian are also examined. (LBH)

Described are the proceedings from a symposium on energy and developmentin the Americas. The article suggests that this conference could be a model for the United Nations' conference on science and technology to be held in 1979. (MDR)