Defines inter-governmental organizations (IGOs) and examines their characteristics. The nature of their information systems (publications, internal documents, archival records, library information centers, and bibliographic information networks) are discussed. Problems with acquiring information from IGOs and sources for accessing publications are…

This chapter is based on the author's experience working with geographic information systems (GIS) at the University of Arizona, along with insights gained through literature reviews and dialogue with staff at other universities. It is intended to convey some key organizational issues that are likely to bear on most campus administrative GIS…

This document conveys mandatory policies that have their basis in Federal Law and/or program regulations. It also provides interpretations of Federal Statutes and program regulations initiated by inquiries from State Child Welfare agencies or Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Regional Offices. The manual replaces the Children's…

An administrator describes a systematic approach to develop, store, and recall individualized education programs (IEPs) for handicapped students. The approach is designed to reduce time requirements and make classroom supervision and long term student data management more efficient. A thesaurus (presently, over 4,000 entries are stored in the…

Concentrates on the practical, everyday aspects of online search strategy, specifically offering ideas and comments on search strategies for STAIRS users. Included are tables listing the logical operators available on the system and the search level (document, paragraph, sentence, word) of each. (Author/JD)

The newsletter, a publication printed on a regular basis that has a clearly defined, intriguing, and thoughtful content purpose for serving a specific audience, usually acts as a conceptual bridge between an organization and that group. A newsletter begun without good planning and without a clearly defined purpose, however, could end up being…

Lists in outline form 12 steps that ensure success of a construction program. (MLF)

Three principles of classification are stressed in the development of electronic dental patient records and clinical databases: (1) the classification must have a suitable organizing principle; (2) use must be made of standard terminology; and (3) there must be standard operational criteria. (DB)

Discussion of the use of microcomputers in political campaigns focuses on the Jesse Jackson presidential primary campaign in New York State in 1988. User needs analysis is described, guidelines for the organization of a campaign information system are suggested, and the use of microcomputers for voter targeting is described. (LRW)

Designed for use with "Standards of Performance for Community Based Educational Institutions" and a "Self-Assessment Workbook," this checklist helps community based educational institutions in identifying areas of performance which need improvement or further study and in assessing the overall effectiveness of the institution in carrying out its…

The presentation focuses on development and criteria for selecting a database management system in the schools, with particular application to special education. An introductory section describes general applications for education in three basic categories: word processing, electronic spread sheet, and database management systems. An integrated…

Intended for vocational educators, the monograph analyzes the role of individualized instruction in vocational programing for special needs students. Characteristics of an individualized approach include active learning, instructional objectives, small units, evaluation, and self-pacing. Suggestions are offered for implementing an individualized…

This article, the third in a series, provides a list of criteria to be used in evaluating administrative software. Some general guidelines are provided, followed by 30 questions that should be asked concerning documentation, input, processing, output, and other areas. (DCS)

In this paper, ways that microcomputers may assist administration of special services are put forth. Then, considerations for local-level special services administrators in developing and managing information systems are discussed, followed by similar discussion for state-level administrators. (Author/CL)

Microcomputers enable school public relations professionals to serve the educational community more effectively than ever. Successful computerization requires reliable state-of-the-art hardware and software, competent service, and knowledgeable/available consultation. Information is provided about word processing functions, the modem, and various…