The establishment and operation of a self-study center for the use of students in the Medical College of Virginia's School of Medicine is described. (MM)

The advantages and drawbacks of decks, cassettes, dials, and buffers in programed instruction are outlined. (Author)

The proper function of education in today's society is discussed. (DB)

Suggests requirements for a doctoral program in English education. (SW)

Article focused on the desirability of an organization's developing a rationale for applying technology to instruction and the recognition of the need for the learner to develop a rationale for the use of technology in self-determined learning projects. (Author/RK)

Independent study for gifted and talented middle-level students progresses through five stages, from the affective sensing of a problem to be solved through assessing both product and process. J. Renzulli's Enrichment Triad model can serve as a framework for independent study, which must be carefully structured and guided. (CL)

Distinguishes self-directed learning from individualized instruction and discusses the role of the teacher in promoting self-directed learning. (FL)

Describes development and implementation of Individualized Instruction programs for foreign languages through a grant at the Ohio State University. Program emphasizes four-skill approach including proficiency in basic skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Believes computer assisted instruction program in German adds to high test…

Depressed clients were assigned to an immediate (IT) or delayed (DT) treatment group. Results did not support the effectiveness of IT. However, after receiving treatment, DT clients successfully increased activities and decreased depression relative to IT. Effects were maintained through the follow-up. Factors accounting for these results are…

Describes a model for educating students of widely varying abilities in the same classroom by combining a base of common activities and opportunities for special independent projects. (Author/JM)

Describes an independent learning experience for nursing students. Elements that are discussed include the week of orientation, program design and teaching strategies, individual guidance, keeping a log, the evaluation process, and end results. (CT)