Alternatives are suggested to force a reevaluation of grades as a measurement of learning. (RY)

Teachers required to use an Elementary Science Study (ESS) unit during student teaching tended to use more of the techniques advocated by ESS in their own classes one year later than did teachers allowed to plan their own approach during student teaching. (AL)

Describes a videotape package designed to introduce teaching strategies to prospective trainers by presenting two contrasting teaching styles for self-analysis. Three references are listed. (Author/MBR)

Computer-assisted language instruction incorporating artificial intelligence (CALI-AI) is based on the assumption that human cognitive abilities can be reproduced by mechanical means. The major components of CALI-AI are: 1) natural language processing; 2) problem solving; 3) language learning; and 4) modeling teacher behavior. Language teachers…

Analysis of first-grade reading instruction reveals that teaching contains important technological elements, which can be formulated as principles expressing coherent connections between means and ends; they pervade school-system organization and are not restricted to classes. Teaching is not largely intuitive, unpredictable, or resistant to…

Special educators (n=14) at a day school for emotionally and behaviorally disturbed (EBD) students were interviewed about their teaching practices; they concurred in emphasizing active learning, empowerment for students, and adjustment by the teacher to the students' changing needs and interests. EBD students can succeed in regular education only…

This paper suggests that Edwin Ellis' model for integrative strategy instruction, as applied to teaching adolescents with learning disabilities, requires further development in two areas: (1) the issue of what constitutes a thorough and valid educational model, and (2) the issue of how educational change can be successfully implemented. (JDD)

Notes survey findings highlighting the great diversity of Japanese preschools in terms of teachers' norms, expectations for children, and teaching methods. Discusses three distinct patterns of early schooling, particularly preschools that emphasize academic preparation within a large-group context characterized by strict discipline and few…

The Math Emporium at Virginia Tech provides basic computer-assisted mathematics instruction for undergraduates, producing higher grades as well as accolades from technology advocates. However, a lack of commercial mathematics software and the high costs of computer installation, support, and maintenance threaten continuation of the program. (DB)

Describes a social-cognitive instructional model to help teacher education students at the University of Akron (Ohio) develop multicultural values and teaching strategies. Identifies the model's four phases: (1) self-examination, (2) cross-cultural inquiry, (3) ethical reflection, and (4) multicultural classroom strategies. Seven appendices…

Describes an instructional framework for teaching and learning new words for new and difficult concepts. Presents current knowledge of preferred practices for vocabulary instruction, outlines the procedures for using this instructional framework, and concludes by providing examples across different content areas. (SD)

Professional learning is a social enterprise where peers rely on the expertise and support of one another to adopt innovative practices. Reciprocal interactions in a community of practice, where teachers take responsibility for each other's learning and development, may provide an effective means of supporting situated professional learning. We…

In this special issue, readers were introduced to three powerful, evidence-based instructional practices that hold great promise for ameliorating many of the reading difficulties encountered by pupils in 21st century classrooms. Peer Assisted Learning Strategies (PALS), ClassWide Peer Tutoring (CWPT), and START tutoring have emerged from over…

Traditional forms of teaching and learning based on textual forms of representation and rational thought may limit how we perceive our world. Artistic forms of expression and their implications for adult education are discussed.