The learning module described is for English language arts teachers at the middle school level who are interested in familiarizing themselves with a personalized English language arts program. The contents of the module are outlined, and the activities and resources involved in its use are described. Ordering information for materials is provided,…

This module on ethics - the health care team is one of eight modules designed for individualized instruciton in health occupations education programs at both the secondary and postsecondary levels. This module contains an introduction to the module topic, one objective, (upon completion of the required readings identify and define the health team…

The unit of individualized learning activities is designed to provide training in the job skill, lubrication, for the prospective auto mechanic service specialist. The materials in the unit are divided into two sections. The developmental, or preliminary phase, for use by the instructor, includes brief descriptions of the job and of the student…

Thirteen learning modules are included in this competency-based secondary education course syllabus, which was adapted from an elementary education course syllabus developed at the College of Education of the University of Toledo for the U.S. Office of Education. Each of the modules contains its title/topic, prerequisite modules, rationale for the…

This course syllabus consists of the first seven learning modules of the competency-based secondary education program offered at the University of Toledo's College of Education. Each learning module contains a list of prerequisite modules, instructional procedures and materials, and pre- and post-assessment criteria and measurement instruments.…

Decatur High School in Federal Way, Washington, initiated Project 80, a long-range effort designed to individualize and improve the educational process by using research, technology, and scientific management systems to free teachers to personalize education for learners. Starting in 1969 a three year Elementary and Secondary Education Act Title…

Describes a truck and bus mechanics program at Mid-Florida Technical Institute in Orlando that has successfully used an individual learning system for over two years. The 1,350-hour (two-year) course utilizes learning activity packets (LAPs) over three levels of achievement. Information provided on job placement and salaries indicates the…

Presents eleven basic characteristics of individualized educational programs. Some of these characteristics are as follows: an active student learning process, rate-tailoring, use of a variety of instructional media, competency-based curriculum, and feedback and evaluation on a regular basis. (BM)

Twenty-six Saudi Arabian students underwent a two year program at San Jose State University to learn how to individualize vocational training programs in their country. Each student completed a portfolio which contained a record of his competencies and individualized instructional packages for his future use. (MER)

Several ways of individualizing instruction in accounting are presented including job instruction sheets, self-paced instruction, programmed instruction, multi-media approach, and the modular concept. (TA)

Argues that the learning module, or learning activity packet (LAP), is effective in changing preconceived attitudes of students and administrators toward history instruction. Suggests that learning modules should be looked at once again because of the mainstreaming of at-risk students. Includes a sample packet on reform movements. (DK)

Many educators are concerned about the effectiveness of traditional methods of teaching science to nonmajors. This document provides a literature review of applicable research on teaching nonmajors introductory college biology, a discussion of the information gathered, and recommendations for future research. The review examines the following…

An individualized learning package provides step-by-step instruction in the fundamentals of the etching process. Thirteen specific behavioral objectives are listed. A pretest, consisting of matching 15 etching terms with their definitions, is provided along with an answer key. The remainder of the learning package teaches the 13 steps of the…

This learning activity package on shock and anaphylactic shock is one of a series of 12 titles developed for use in health occupations education programs. Materials in the package include objectives, a list of materials needed, information sheets, reviews (self evaluations) of portions of the content, and answers to reviews. These topics are…