This paper introduces a rationale and format for the introduction of microcomputers into the classrooms of British Columbia on a cost-effective basis. The three purposes of the paper are (1) to briefly present the activities of the Minnesota Educational Computing Consortium (MECC); (2) to describe in general terms how British Columbia might…

Views of the executive director of the Southeastern Library Network (SOLINET) on the topic of regional networking are expressed, noting the needs of users of regional networks, cooperative program development among "networkers," state and multistate structures, and the impact of microcomputers, distributed processing, and resource…

This presentation by the president and chief executive officer of OCLC focuses on library automation and networking in the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s, citing an article by Richard DeGennaro and relating experiences at OCLC in resource sharing and related information services. (EJS)

Highlights the increased use of mass media in off-campus instruction. Traces the establishment and growth and identifies the members and goals of the Instructional Telecommunications Consortium, comprising single institutions, community college districts, and regional consortia. Discusses the future role of telecommunications technology in higher…

Communication among disparate elements of the environmental education community is needed to arrive at a clarity of purpose and an agreement concerning mutual objectives necessary to establish viable niches within the educational establishment and in society. Described are several efforts toward intergroup cooperation. (Author/WB)

At the time of the founding of the Association of American Colleges in 1915, the role of the four-year, residential, undergraduate college in American higher education was being challenged by the expansion of the state universities. In some regions of the country, leaders of the undergraduate colleges, whether denominational or independent, saw…

Several models exist for production methods that can be used in the development of instructional materials for use in television- or computer-based instructional programs. These models include the established audiovisual industry that currently produces educational films and similar materials; consortia of educational institutions sharing in the…

Resource sharing through a consortium of libraries in the Pacific islands is proposed as a practical means of meeting the needs of the Trust Territory for information for social and economic development. Not only is the cost of library materials going up at inflationary rates, but the population in the Trust Territory is becoming more educated,…

Discussion of role of school library media centers (SLMCs) in multitype library networks notes five basic factors that contribute to their exclusion from library networks: psychological, political and legal, funding, communication, and planning. Examples of programs attempting to reduce barriers to school participation in library networks are…

The director of the Center for Research Libraries (CRL) provides historical perspective on CRL's development and discusses issues that have triggered debate on its objectives, programs, fees, and membership categories. Reactions to CRL by seven directors of research libraries, both members and nonmembers of CRL, are presented. (EJS)

Argues the importance of maintaining teacher preparation programs in elite liberal arts colleges so that graduates of those colleges can have access to the profession and the profession can benefit from their talents. Suggests that such colleges form consortia in order to maintain preparation programs. (IRT)

Discusses the attitudinal and fiscal barriers community colleges encounter as they introduce arts and humanities programs and considers the role of community college consortia in overcoming these barriers. Outlines five principles for consortium development and considers consortium-sponsored activities which can involve the public, along with…

Two new programs, European Community Action Scheme for the Mobility of University Students (ERASMUS) and European Community Action Program for Education and Training for Technology (COMETT), will allow for greater student and staff mobility. These programs need to be supported by adequate administrative structures. (MLW)

Describes how nine Ohio secondary vocational schools and community colleges formed a marketing consortium to create a long-range plan for promoting their services. Offers information on how to form a consortium. (JOW)

As part of its responsibility for the development of bibliographic services in Australia, the Australian National Library presents this draft proposal for a national online shared cataloging facility to be known as the Australian Bibliographic Network or ABN. A preface describes ABN's historical background and relationship to BIBDATA, a previously…