Assessment of the head circumference of 1,368 mentally retarded patients indicated that 53 Percent of the patients were microcephalic (had abnormally small heads). (MC)

Describes the teaching approach utilized in a drafting technology program which utilizes a one-room concept to allow advanced students help newer students learn. (SB)

Results of perceptual and acoustic analyses revealed that 20 Down's syndrome young adults were significantly more hypernasal than were two other groups (20 idiopathic and 20 nonretarded Ss). (Author/CL)

Outlines some issues in number programing with three- to five-year-old Down's syndrome children as it has developed over the last three years. (MP)

The study explored the early two-word utterances from four Down's syndrome children (ages 3 to 7 years) to determine if they encode the same relational meanings as children developing language normally. (Author/PHR)

Describes a project for the creation of an indexing system for architectural drawings that will allow integration of bibliographic and intellectual access to the collection using an existing online library information network. The discussion covers the influence of archival, curatorial, and library traditions on the project. (11 references) (CLB)

Presents a paper-folding method to develop a class repertoire of construction methods for the ellipse, hyperbola, and parabola using straws, rulers, dental floss, paper circles, and other household items. Uses the Geometer's Sketchpad software to complement the paper-folding process. (MKR)

Discusses the distinction between drawing and constructing in dynamic geometry environments. (MKR)

Combining English and math skills and career research with technical course content reinforces for students the value of all kinds of learning. A strong tie between theory and technical application creates an incentive for students to retain academic instruction. (JOW)