Discusses the history and enforcement of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) along with recent legislative efforts to restrict its use. Examines FOIA guidelines and presents instances in which they have been denied. Urges continued support of the original FOIA legislation. (GEA)

Looks at proposed standard for CD-I (compact disc-interactive) and its implications for product and market development, CD-ROM, and optical publishing. Possible roles of OS-9 (Microware's operating system), Polaroid's Colorcatcher, and products shown at the Microsoft CD-ROM conference in the development of the CD-I market are discussed. (Author)

This examination of agency fee waiver guidelines for public interest groups within the context of the Freedom of Information Act found that the lack of consistent guidelines inhibited the use of the act by public interest requesters. Efforts to limit types of information available under the act are described. (CLB)

Suggests ways for instructional design consultants to develop people skills and foster successful client relationships: take win-win approach; match consulting models; study clients as you study problems; build common ground; study organizations as you study clients; be respectful, trustworthy, informative, slow to judge; express your needs, and…

The overabundance of information resources and the inadequacy of current information retrieval methods are considered with special reference to the scholarly record of the health sciences. Both formal and informal means for finding information and for keeping abreast of new knowledge are reviewed, with practical suggestions for lightening the…

Provides overall picture of growth of librarianship and information science literature (academic research and practitioner's literature) and various outlets available for reporting research findings, with special emphasis on United States and Great Britain. Discussion covers ways in which research may be undertaken and dissemination of research…

Discusses different cultural and mass media, types of ownership, and organizational goals and strategies. Suggests that the "profit or perish" motive in the book publishing industry and the rise of communications conglomerates have not necessarily diminished the vitality or number of ideas in the marketplace. (PD)

On January 24, 2000, the Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR) convened a group of experts from different domains of the information resources community to address the question, "What is an authentic digital object?" Five writers--an archivist, a digital library expert, a documentary editor and special collections…

Current approaches to understanding organizational structure are reviewed and aspects of information resources considered--nature of information needed in relation to functional view of organization; differences between treatment of internally and externally generated information; impact of form of organization structure accommodated to form of…

Recommends using a feedback form to help student reporters solve problems relating to the accuracy of direct or indirect quotation of sources. (JL)

Argues that First Amendment clauses in the Bill of Rights concerning "freedom of speech or of the press" are separate but parallel clauses intended to protect unique functions of different segments of the public, including the press. Cites Supreme Court decisions that represent an attack on the autonomous functioning of the press.…

Critiques Neil Postman's book, "Teaching as a Conserving Activity," which focuses on television's transformation of the information environment and the implications of this development for educational policy and practice. Points out some serious flaws in Postman's argument. (JMF)

Describes the Internet and possible educational issues for its information retrieval and electronic communication functions, particularly applied to secondary content area instruction. Concludes that, while the potential benefits are considerable, its use is costly in terms of time, training, and money. Offers recommendations for classroom use and…

Describes sources of technical and emotional support that, although available to rural school counselors, are often overlooked. Resources discussed include university staff, long-term consultation, practicum students, writing articles, making presentations, neighboring counselors, state departments of education, and electronic linkages. Stresses…

Discusses the operations of the Government Printing Office's Office of Superintendent of Documents and suggests that changes are needed. The depository library program is discussed, government publications are described, the proliferation of publications and other information sources is considered, and issues relating to improvements are raised.…