Byra L4:1 is the Swedish research and development program in education. The authors, while basically enthusiastic about the center, suggest the following ways of improving its operation: explicate priorities for basic and applied research and development, fund all professors and docents for basic research of greatest interest to them, establish…

This annual report begins with a brief overview of cooperative research objectives and background. The five major sections are 1) "Cooperative Research Authorization" including the basic authorizations and subsequent amendments; 2) "Management Policies and Procedures;" 3) "Definitions and Distinctions" covering major…

This is an interview with Clifford Pitt, the new director of the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education. (RC)

Reviews literature on terminal patients and nature of their experiences during the time before their death by examining: (1) the number of persons each year who must confront their own death; (2) emotional responses of dying patients to their impending death; (3) interventions for the dying patient; and (4) areas for future research. (Author/NB)

This chapter opens with a poem characterizing the reentry experience of some women. It calls attention to the pivotal role played by those who have an impact on the continuing and successful participation of returning women. Includes a list of resources. (JOW)

Discusses the use of research clusters at the University of Michigan School of Nursing to allow new faculty and graduate and undergraduate students to participate in research projects headed by experienced researchers, as well as to make good use of resources. Covers negotiation of a cluster arrangement, selection of cluster team members,…

States that low research productivity in occupational therapy is primarily motivational and attitudinal. Suggests the need for (1) research and scholarly behavior models, (2) positive reinforcement, (3) a focus on clinical significance, and (4) multiple research approaches. (CH)

Proposes classification system for short-term and time-limited treatments that descriptively orders different types of brief treatments. Uses system to compare and contrast conceptually planned models of short-term therapy. Discusses research and practice implications for counseling psychologists. (Author/NB)

The Korean Educational Development Institute (KEDI) was established in 1972 as an independent and government sponsored educational research and development organization. The responsibilities of KEDI include conducting research and disseminating research findings. (RB)

The characteristics and limitations of individual and institutional conduct in relationships between universities and industry, and their importance in the contractual relationship, are discussed. (MSE)

Analysis of responses of 137 members of the Council for Exceptional Children's Division on Career Development revealed a continuing need to investigate issues in inter- and intragency cooperation and to establish data-based instructional procedures for use in the learning environment. Respondents did not significantly differentiate the areas that…

The 100 institutions having the highest amounts of research and development and total funds obligated by the federal government are ranked, with the dollar amounts listed, and the national totals are noted for comparison. (MSE)

The 100 U.S. colleges and universities receiving the most federal funds from 14 federal agencies for fiscal 1982 are listed and ranked according to (1) total federal obligation and (2) research and development funding. The funding amounts in these categories are also provided. (MSE)

A knowledge economy produces new knowledge; transforms knowledge into innovative products, processes, and services; moves innovations into the marketplace; and ultimately, develops new markets. It is global in perspective, collaborative in process, and dynamic in its responsiveness to changing conditions. Most important, it is fed by a healthy…

Certain mental disorders are caused by or accompanied by neurochemical abnormalities. The use of psychotropic medications has dramatically increased over the past two decades in all age groups, particularly with children. Therefore, psychopharmacology, the branch of pharmacology dealing with the psychological effects of drugs, needs to be…