Provides an overview of research findings related to self-directed learning and discusses materials for teaching self-directedness and their use with self-directed learners. (JOW)

Discusses the development, distribution, and licensing of training products and services. Looks at legal ramifications; types of protection such as patents, trademarks, and copyrights; the need for a written agreement; license restrictions; and royalties. (JOW)

What is the foundation of your school's operation? Identifying and articulating the basic operating principles can create a foundation of trust and cooperation. In this article, the author draws from her experience as a principal on how to identify and organize a school's operating principles. The recommended method of developing operating…

One-to-one computing environments change and improve classroom dynamics as individual students can bring handheld devices fitted with wireless communication capabilities into the classrooms. However, the screens of handheld devices, being designed for individual-user mobile application, limit promotion of interaction among groups of learners. This…

Developing curricular materials for technical and vocational education is particularly challenging because of the comprehensive requirements for technical education and the rapidity with which technical positions are evolving. Well-educated employees are expected to have general communication, reasoning, problem-solving, and behavioral skills in…

Objectives: (a) to continue the development of a measure of human caring in the context of social work practice and (b) to expand a line of inquiry exploring the relationship between human caring characteristics and the retention of public child welfare workers. Methodology: Surveys were received from a sample (n = 786) child welfare workers in…

In 2006 and 2007, the U.S. Department of Education (USDOE) awarded Teacher Incentive Fund (TIF) grants for the development of systems to compensate teachers and principals in part based on increases in student achievement. New Leaders for New Schools (NLNS) received five of these grants and is using them to implement its Effective Practice…

While teaching and learning English as an international language is flourishing throughout the world, it seems that this process has encountered breakdowns in Iran. Despite the fact that there is a strong relationship between age and language learning, this has escaped notice in practice in our country. The aim of this paper is to demonstrate two…

In this paper, I am going to look at the issues of TESOL from one major critical point of view: How the use of the Internet technology might influence TESOL syllabus design and materials development. The article attempts to investigate some possibilities and opportunities provided by the Internet, focusing on the World Wide Web (WWW) as credible…

Most universities in Australia have established at least one organizational unit with a responsibility for academic development. While "academic" could embrace all aspects of the role of academics, including research, innovation, and contributions to community and professional bodies, the expectation is that the focus will be on learning…

An introduction to the concept of the teaching portfolio, this article provides several short- and long-term strategies related to documenting teaching-development efforts. In particular, it provides a persuasive rationale for why one should consider dedicating precious time and resources documenting teaching goals and development and how the…

A description of a process called "High Contrast Slide Masking," used in producing slides. (HB)

A discussion of the various ways in which slide/tape presentations can be synchronized. (HB)

The paper cites the decreased funding in school budgets for special education instructional materials, discusses alternatives, and suggests ideas for designing and recycling materials. (CL)

An excerpt from a reference guide to be published through the American Society for Training and Development, this guide is intended to assist course developers in the selection, development, and testing of "software" materials. (Author)