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Mowery, Kay A. – 1969
The constructive phases of system design are discussed with particular reference to information systems design. A preliminary attempt is made at definition of terms and an initial organization of research presented. A synopsis of work to date is presented within the framework of three thrust areas (1) creative and intuitive design methods, (2)…
Descriptors: Information Systems, Methods, Problem Solving, Synthesis
Guba, Egon G.; Clark, David L. – 1974
This paper posits that it is necessary to evoke the development of an adequate federal KPU (Knowledge Production and Utilization) program in education which will command broad-based support within and outside the profession and that this demands a reformulation of the conceptual structure on which the program is built. Section 1 offers a…
Descriptors: Conceptual Schemes, Educational Development, Educational Research, Federal Programs
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Belgard, Maria R. – 1971
This paper introduces the concept of educational systems analysis, shows how it can be applied to the teaching-learning process, and indicates how the teaching-learning process, as a system, can be optimized by using operations research techniques. The teaching-learning process is viewed as a highly complex learning control system with the purpose…
Descriptors: Educational Research, Educational Theories, Learning Processes, Research Methodology
Merrill, M. David – 1970
In Phase 1 of this four-phase cycle, requests for new systems or for evaluation of current systems are reviewed. Those seeming to have the most promise in terms of improved instruction, increased efficiency, and economy will be assigned priorities subject to constraints of material and manpower resources. In Phase 2, a detailed definition of the…
Descriptors: Educational Specifications, Instructional Systems, Program Evaluation, Systems Analysis
Monge, Peter R.; Farace, Richard V. – 1972
Systems analysis has the advantage for the study of communications relations of incorporating both the interactive relations and the broader context in which the relations occur. Applying this approach to the coorientation model led to the development of a set of transformations of the relations between individuals A and B and object X, from which…
Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Models, Social Behavior, Social Psychology
Lubans, John, Jr. – 1971
A study to be made with computer-based circulation data of the non-use and use of a large academic library is discussed. A search of the literature reveals that computer-based circulation systems can be, but have not been, utilized to provide data bases for systematic analyses of library users and resources. The data gathered in the circulation…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Library Automation, Library Circulation, Systems Analysis
Witherspoon, Everette L. – Man/Society/Technology, 1976
Establishing a basis by (1) defining "system" and "systems analysis" and (2) showing how they can apply to curriculum design and evaluation, the author presents a five-step process, utilizing those concepts, for designing an industrial arts subsystem. (AG)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Curriculum Evaluation, Industrial Arts, Systems Analysis
Clary, Thomas C.; Clary, Erica W. – Training and Development Journal, 1976
OARTA (Organization Analysis with Results Using Transactional Analysis) is a way of thinking designed to resolve problems and reach goals through action-oriented research and analysis--a learning experience in which members of an organization can develop themselves and their organization. (ABM)
Descriptors: Action Research, Organizational Development, Problem Solving, Productive Thinking
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Van Den Daele, Leland D. – Journal of Genetic Psychology, 1976
The concept of development is discussed from the perspective of the cook's art. It is suggested that the cook differs from the psychologist in degree but not in kind. (GO)
Descriptors: Cooks, Development, Metaphors, Models
Grabinger, R. Scott – Performance and Instruction, 1988
This introductory article defines and delimits expert systems. The discussion covers the concepts of artificial intelligence, the components of an expert system, and the significance of expert systems when compared to more traditional decision making tools. (CLB)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Decision Making, Expert Systems, Heuristics
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Cissna, Kenneth N. – Small Group Behavior, 1984
Reviews the available research that does not find development in group processes. Concluded that researchers should no longer try to answer the question of whether groups change but should identify significant differences and similarities in group development among various groups and types of groups. (LLL)
Descriptors: Group Counseling, Group Dynamics, Literature Reviews, Research Methodology
Howell, D. A. – Educational Administration, 1976
Uses the systems approach to partially explain the organizational aspects of British universities that implemented a B.Ed. degree. (IRT)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Higher Education, Organizations (Groups), Political Influences
Forbes, Roy H. – Educational Technology, 1974
A discussion of how cost-effectiveness analysis provides a conceptual framework for analyzing the cost and effectiveness of educational programs. (Author)
Descriptors: Accountability, Cost Effectiveness, Guidelines, Program Budgeting
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Carter, Ruth C. – Library Trends, 1973
Systems analysis, as a prelude to library automation, is an inevitable commonplace fact of life in libraries. Maturation of library automation and the systems analysis which precedes its implementation is observed in this article. (55 references) (Author/TW)
Descriptors: Library Automation, Library Services, Library Technical Processes, Methods
Tanner, C. Kenneth – Tennessee Education, 1973
The organization, programing procedures, disadvantages and advantages of Operational Educational Planning (OEP) are discussed. (NQ)
Descriptors: Budgeting, Educational Planning, Evaluation, Organization
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