Showing papers on "Database transaction published in 1972"

Digital computer and form reader for inventory control and recording cash transactions

Abstract: A digital computer employing hard wired control logic and a rotating memory drum system for inventory control, price changes and cash transactions. If desired, a novel form reader may be employed in conjunction with the computer to sense transactions and, in conjunction with the form itself, to actuate the computer at appropriate times. The computer and form reader are particularly suited for use in eating establishments where transaction speed is required.

Stock market game

Abstract: This invention relates to an improved game combining the features of a stock trading game having stock certificates, short transaction certificates, special envelopes for transactions prepared for easy handling of certificates, markers for arbitrage transactions, stock quotes and market condition cards, dice of different colors, and other apparatus resulting in an easy to learn and relatively uncomplicated means of transacting operations of the game without losing competitive challenge of playing the game.

Transaction Data and Analysis: In Search of Concepts

Abstract: The article focuses on two problems in the measurement of integration with transaction data. The first is the analysis procedure by which the transaction data are summarized. Different procedures affect the data in such different ways that they can actually lead to contradictory conclusions about the progress of integration. This article spells out some of the major differences in the models of analysis. The second problem is validity of transaction data as measures of integration. There are numerous different conceptualizations of integration, some centering on the development of central institutions, others on the existence of favorable attitudes among people, and still others on the existence of a highly co-operative relationship among states. It is not clear that transaction data are the most appropriate measure of any of these concepts.

Issues in Assessing Teacher Accountability in Public Education.

Abstract: Currently, the term accountability is applied in two contexts. In one the term refers to educational outcomes, or changes in students after a period of time. In the other it refers to educa tional transactions and includes assess ing how teachers and students interact in the learning situation, and how materials are used in instruction.1 Both outcome accountability and transaction accountability will be discussed in this article, but the emphasis will be on issues in transaction accountability.