This article seeks to draw upon what has been learned about other kinds of organizations in order to clarify some of the matters that would be involved in a study of effectiveness in educational organizations. (Author)

Analyzes the reasons behind teacher evaluation and discusses the characteristics of a good evaluation program. (AN)

This article explores some of the reasons for the opinion that color television is not as effective as black-and-white television for instructional purposes. (AK)

A brief look at the need to improve the quality of instructional design. (AA)

Proposes six strategies for planning staff development programs. They should (1) be participatory, (2) be situation-specific, (3) be flexible, (4) mitigate status differences between teachers and administrators, (5) depend upon insiders for guidance, and (6) be planned with an understanding of the influence of the context upon the program. (JOW)

Reports an evaluation of a sex education program conducted by the Family Planning Association of South Australia at some South Australian workshops and training centers for 49 mentally retarded persons. (Author/SW)

A discussion on the history of computer aided instruction (CAI) in the classroom is presented. The presentation includes Pressey's teaching machines to microcomputers and their possible effects on the classroom. (TLJ)

Twenty-two high achieving students (grades K-2) who participated in a self instructional mathematics program showed the greatest gains at each level when compared with a high achieving control group and a random comparison group. Advantages of self instruction include ease of administration, flexibility, and a systematic approach. (CL)

The authors cite methodological and interpretive flaws in K. Kavale's earlier article (ED 150 124) claiming that psycholinguistic training is effective with handicapped students. They suggest that the practical significance of research must be considered as well as the statistical significance. (CL)

Although labor unions traditionally have fought for shorter working hours, there have been recent reversals in this trend. The Pulp and Paperboard Division of Temple-Eastex Incorporated converted to a 12-hour shift and found that safety improved, productivity increased, and overtime decreased. (JOW)

Traces the legislative history of the Refugee Act of 1980; identifies the goals Congress intended to achieve; discusses the implementation of the Act in relation to the recent influx of Cuban refugees, and shows how the Act can be utilized beneficially in the future. (Author/MK)