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This paper suggests that alternative dispute resolution is a process of compromise and settlement. As such, it should only be used in appropriate disputes. The paper discusses selection of appropriate cases for alternative dispute resolution by referencing certain general observations as well as characteristics of the process. It further suggests that understanding the goals and objectives of alternative dispute resolution also aids in the decision on whether to employ alternative dispute resolution. The paper then lists and discusses major alternative dispute resolution goals and objectives.

Attend to your Web site's Reader User Interface, and everybody benefits. The look of your Web page depends on the Graphical User Interface-or GUI (pronounced 'gooey'). That's the 'show business' […]

A number of problems in speech recognition arise through the treatment of speech as a linear temporal sequence. These include word onset detection, temporal normalisation and variations in pronunciation. It is suggested, following Wickelgren (1969, 1972) that speech should instead be represented by a non-sequential associativeor context-sensitivecode.

This paper discusses whether text on computer screens (Videotext) should be given a human “voice.” It focuses on computer-assisted writing instruction and suggests a framework for designing computer personalities to match user preferences.

Word processors with adjustable video screens are used to test students' writing facility with and without visual feedback. Lack of visual feedback seems to have a salutary effect in forcing concentration onto emerging thoughts rather than words and sentences. It also prevents interrupting the train of thought to edit and correct every few sentences. “Local editing” is regarded as counter-productive because it deals with individual words and lines instead of reconceptualization and reorganization. For some students, however, the lack of feedback per se was disturbing and thought-disrupting.

Nine patients with metastatic breast cancer received 30 × 106 I.U. of Interferon — Betaser (Betaseron) intravenously daily times five for two consecutive weeks followed by a two week rest period. Only one patient received more than one such cycle of Betaseron. The drug was well tolerated in eight of these patients. One patient, with liver metastases and liver dysfunction, developed hepatic decompensation during therapy. Toxicity consisted of anorexia, chills, fever, fatigue and nausea with an occasional patient having emesis. One patient developed severe thrombocytopenia, two, significant leukopenia and nine, mild elevations of serum transaminase. Two patients developed beta interferon binding antibodies but none developed neutralizing antibodies. No anti-tumor responses were seen and disease progression occurred rapidly during the four week cycle in eight of nine patients.

• We investigated the use of psychiatric consultations in short-term general hospitals using a national sample of 327 hospitals and examining the hospital experience of approximately 263 000 patients discharged from these hospitals. We found that the demographic characteristics of patients receiving psychiatric consultations in the national sample were roughly similar to those reported for patients receiving consultations in earlier, single-hospital studies. Rates of consultation were considerably lower, however: 0.9%, compared with a median rate of 3.3% reported in the literature. We also found that patients receiving psychiatric consultations used more hospital resources than other patients.

The article presents a reprint of the article "Computers and English: Future Tense…Future Perfect?" by Stephen Marcus, which appeared in the Volume 12, Number 4 issue of "The Quarterly." It has been predicted that grading systems in schools will become more dependent on style checkers. The existence of instructional databases will allow for more home education. Handwriting will develop as part of fine or applied arts.

English/Language Arts: A Focus on Literature We've come a long way since the days when a major educational computing conference had only one language arts presentation to put on its […]

Several letters to the editor are presented in response to articles in previous issues including "Coolest Thing Ever" in the August 2007 issue and "Bush May Be Stubborn But He's Not Tough" in the July 2007 issue.

Presents information on the Reader User Interface (RUI) in relation to the Web page, with reference to the Graphical User Interface (GUI). Identification of tips for the RUI; Information on the elements of the RUI; Provisions of the RUI; Further information.

Presents instructions on how to form a policy on responsible behavior on the Internet computer network. Features; On-screen directions; Contact information.

Opinion. Comments about the need to create an attitude of regional cooperation to develop communities in Wisconsin's metropolitan areas. Example of the debate on transportation and the East-West Corridor; Support for arts funding.

Opinion. Comments on the role played by the Performing Arts Center (PAC) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin's performing arts community. PAC as cultural hub; Formation of the Silver Renaissance Campaign for the renovation of the center; Call for corporate, foundation, and individual donations for the center's renovation project.