George R. Klare papers
Scope and Content
The George R. Klare (GRK) papers span from the 1970s to the 1980s and document GRK's work on readability. The collection includes draft manuscripts, research and notes, published manuals, and correspondence.
Dates
- Creation: 1970-1980
Language of Materials
The records are in English.
Biography of George R. Klare
George R. Klare (GRK) was part of the Ohio University Department of Psychology faculty from 1954 to 1987. He was named Distinguished Professor of Psychology in 1978, and served as chair of the department from 1959 to 1963. He also served as acting dean and dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, and acting associate provost for graduate and research programs.
GRK was author or co-author of five books, including "The Measurement of Readability," "A Manual for Readable Writing" and "How to Write Readable English." He also published numerous articles and book chapters on the subject of readability.
GRK conducted multiple studies, including one on Air Force enlistees, to examine the effects of greater readability and outside influences on readability.
Extent
18.5 cubic feet (3 Hollinger boxes, 17 record center cartons)
Abstract
The George R. Klare (GK) papers span from the 1970s to the 1980s and document GK's work on readability.
Statement of Arrangement
This collection remains in its original arrangement.
Description Note
Original, legacy collection inventories may contain inaccuracies or be incomplete. Collection descriptions may change or be updated as they are verified. Please contact Mahn Center staff if you note any errors or discrepancies.
Subject
- Klare, George R. (George Roger), 1922- (Person)
- Ohio University -- Faculty -- 20th century (Organization)
- Title
- Finding aid for the George R. Klare papers
- Author
- Finding aid prepared by Ohio University Archives Staff
- Date
- 2020
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- Finding aid written in English
- Sponsor
- The finding aid was converted into EAD with funding support from the National Historical Publications and Records Commission.
Revision Statements
- 5 January 2024: Subjects and other notes added from ALICE MARC records and Mahn Center Microsoft Office finding aids by Ohio University Libraries Metadata Services Department Python scripts.
Repository Details
Part of the Mahn Center for Archives and Special Collections Repository
