This study attempted to determine (1) the nature of the influences conditioning college mathematics, (2) the impact of these influences, and (3) the changes which seem to have resulted during three chronological periods from 1890 to 1945. For each period of the study certain basic questions were investigated (1) learning theory in the teaching of…

This document is an outline guide to accompany group discussion sessions on the fundamentals and operationalization of modules. The document begins with an introduction that explains the various outline pages. The following are presented and discussed in the guide: (1) the five elementary characteristics of a module, (2) definitions of modules,…

This annual report on instructional development activity, which was designed to improve the quality of education available at Illinois State University, is organized around four types of instructional development activity. These programs described here are: (1) Instructional Development Program that provides support funds on an approved proposal…

The term curriculum development is a fairly new one in the educational language, though it is being used with increasing frequency. The purpose of this book is to explain what is meant by curriculum development and what is involved in curriculum planning. It outlines the relationship among the various elements in the curriculum and explains the…

"A Report of the Commission on Reorganization of Secondary Education" (C.R.S.E.), otherwise known as the Cardinal Principles Report, is examined in this document. Emphasis is placed on the historical origins, social and educational context, philosophical foundations, curricular implications, and evaluation of the C.R.S.E. The appendix…

Results from an evaluation study of a new masters' program in social work are described. The paper focuses upon the interaction between program goals that are conceived in terms of (1) the need to train social work students in three methods of social work, and (2) the need to prepare students who could address the problems of disorganized urban…

This document presents long-range goals for teacher education programs and charts representing the implementation of these goals. The charts are divided into three sections: Long-Range Goals (Examples), Teacher Behavior (Examples), and Preservice Tasks (Examples). (MJM)

The author suggests that schooling currently suffers from a confusion of aims and that this confusion might adversely affect test scores. He also suggests what might be done to improve the prognosis. (JY)

Among the factors preventing effective curriculum management are that schools do not state their missions in specific terms or utilize their resources, and neglect systematic use of feedback. (Author/MLF)

Argues that too much emphasis is currently being placed on vertical analyses of course content, aggravated by the fragmentation of content into numerous objectives stated as learning outcomes. The approach proposed is to focus upon the relationships between major coordinate course elements, and the use of task-based objectives to enable students…

One means of developing goals, objectives, instructional strategies and evaluation measures aimed at developing humanistic qualities or behaviors is through a dialogue between a trained discussion leader and a group of people with knowledge about the curriculum area to be developed. (Author/RK)

A system for classifying educational objectives based on a description of personal attributes is proposed to fill the gap in analyzing and specifying objectives for professional education. The system's application to curriculum analysis and design in professional and other kinds of education is discussed. (MSE)

Described is a method of writing which could be used in curriculum guides when an emphasis on affective outcomes is desired. (RM)

The band director can use many teaching procedures to incorporate content into rehearsals. The characteristics, values, and limitations of six are discussed here. (Author/RK)

A large body of literature exists in which scientists describe their field as beautiful and the work they do as inspired and passionate. Science teaching should strive to foster learning of substantive and powerful science ideas in ways that connect to the beauty inherent in those ideas. The conception of learning science in the study, that of…