This report contains summaries of selected studies completed by the Planning Services Branch of Alberta Education in 1982-83. The majority of the 22 projects summarized were initiated in response to the needs of decision-makers who must resolve educational problems and concerns. Priority was given to proposed studies that would improve services to the classroom child and be applicable to all classrooms in the province. Each summary is two pages in length and includes purposes, design, findings, recommendations, bibliographic information, and distribution of project reports. (MD)