Article examines styles of self-study in relation to the type of subject matter to be covered. Concludes that the Keller plan is the natural method to use when many links between topics appear on the prerequisity knowledge diagram appropriate to the subject area--as often happens in science. (Author)

The focus of this study is to determine how well the individual can function when he selects self-instructional courses which are job relevant, and then is told to proceed on his own, with little or no specific interest shown in his activity by the formal organization." (Author)

Self-study, programmed learning techniques for control valves and fluid power are presented in a series of boxes totalling thirty-two, only eleven of which will be read if all the answers are correct. (MF)

This bibliography provides a 196-item list of journal articles, research reports, doctoral dissertations, and other publications and materials pertaining to the development of self-instructional programs for the hearing impaired. Entries are arranged alphabetically by author name and a keyword index to the listings is provided. (JL)

The objectives of this study were to design a self-instructional or programmed learning instrument that would enable the learner to obtain training in what the newsletter can do and how to produce an effective newsletter. Programmed instruction is defined and discussed, and the use of programmed instruction in adult education is referenced.…

The University of Hawaii Graduate School of Library Studies field tested, and found adequate, a programed text, self-study approach for a course in library reference services. (1 reference) (SJ)

Findings from two experiments showed that students can effectively manage their learning needs in a computer-assisted instructional (CAI) system when provided continuous, updated advisement information about their achievement (diagnosis) and instructional needs (prescription) in relation to the objective. (Author/DWH)

THE HYPOTHESIS OF THIS EXPERIMENT WAS THAT SELF-DIRECTION WOULD BE MORE EFFECTIVE WITH STUDENTS OF HIGH RATHER THAN LOW ABILITY AND INTEREST PROVIDED THEY HAD HAD COACHED PRACTICE IN SELF-DIRECTED USE OF PROGRAMED MATERIALS. SUBJECTS WERE 34 GRADE 9 ALGEBRA STUDENTS. THEY COMPLETED PRE-EXPERIMENTAL ABILITY TESTS AND INTEREST QUESTIONNAIRES. HALF…