A basic overview of Research and Development (R and D) Centers programs, and the various larger institutions of which they are a part, is given. The administrative and program structure of the Johns Hopkins R and D Center follows, with an organizational chart, staff list, and a program and project register included. A descriptive overview of the Johns Hopkins R and D Center is given. Program activities and accomplishments are discussed in separate sections. Included are: (1) simulation games, (2) education and social change, (3) socialization, social class and cognitive style, (4) a program for the study of standard language acquisition in educationally disadvantaged children, and (5) the politics of public education. A general overview as well as specifics from each program are given. The independent projects program is discussed next, followed by administrative and support services programs. Appendices including a bibliography of center publications and references are given. (Author/KJ)