Discusses using inkblots, illustrations, and ads at all levels of second language instruction for teaching vocabulary, interpretation and discussion techniques, selected grammar points, and, by means of a taped interview of a native speaker's reaction to the visual material, listening comprehension. (EKN)

The author studies the effects of using educational media in training and students' fascination with the new visual techniques. He presents the changes that have occurred over the past one hundred years in the methods and techniques of teaching adults. (SSH)

A study investigated the effectiveness of stereochemistry lap-dissolve projection as an aid to students in developing three-dimensional imaging and whether certain visual orientation tasks could be correlated with aptitude. Students found the slides helpful, and a modest correlation of achievement and visual skills was found. (MSE)

Discusses the differences of perception and interpretation of visual aids between African and Western students and considers the implications for designers and producers of learning materials for African students. (Author/JJD)

Inability to see the relevance of mathematics to understanding the time course of drugs in the body may discourage interest in pharmacokinetics. A UNC-developed computer graphics simulation program helps visualize the nature of pharmacokinetic-patient interactions, generates classroom handouts, and is used in the pharmaceuticals industry to…

Offers a rationale for the effective use of bulletin boards in the science classroom. Provides illustrations of eight bulletin boards including materials useful in their construction. (DS)

Differing treatments of graphs in mathematics and science are discussed. A teaching sequence to develop contrasts between real and ideal data is suggested. (MP)

Assessed the validity of examining the influence of counselors' physical attractiveness via observation of videotapes. Reactions to audio-only and video-only videotape segments were compared with in vivo contact. In vivo contact yielded more positive impressions than videotape observations. Technical skill was more predictive of counselor…

Adapted from "Adventures in Color-Slide Photography" by Eastman Kodak is a list of practical tips on photography for teachers. (CS)

Describes work at an American college with students who are receiving an introduction to colloquial German. Role-playing and picture stories prove useful in learning, in both productive and receptive aspects. Describing a picture on three levels--factual, psychological and contemplative--is shown to be very useful. (IFS/WGA)

Driver instruction through the medium of a foreign language is useful in teaching vocabulary, grammar, and culture. The maps, driving manuals, and cars stimulate discussion and communication. Course techniques can include Asher's concept of Total Physical Response wherein students act in response to commands in the foreign language. (PMJ)

Details are given about some activities designed to help students convey three-dimensional objects into two-dimensional representations by constructing and drawing buildings of blocks. (MP)

The following aspects of using the overhead projector in the advanced reading class are discussed: (1) control of focus by pointing, underlining, or circling; (2) control of how much text the students read at one time; (3) use of overlays to isolate different aspects of the text; and (4) progressive processing of the text. (SW)

Reviews 12 recent kits, transparencies, texts, and/or workbooks for various grade levels on study skills, library reference skills, and map and graph reading. (SJL)

Describes how the use of stamps from francophone and other countries may be an adjunct to the teaching of French language and culture. (AM)