The author explains the use of the case method of applying the principles of economics to current economic policy issues. This approach allows the classroom economics teacher to teach the student how to apply economic principles to real life problems. (Author)

In contingency contracting, the student contracts to do something he wants to do contingent upon the successful completion of what the teacher wants him to do. (Author)

Authors urge teachers to delve into children's background, family life, early experiences to gain knowledge needed for more effective teaching of each individual student. Ways to improve children's behavior and performance are detailed, as are techniques for encouraging self-expression and self-revelation, and stimulating parental interest. (PD)

The adolescent behavior traditions are normal functioning of their society and academic achievement reward structures. It is suggested that a combination of material inducements with a reward structure emphasizing peer group attainment can provide an effective strategy for motivating lower-class adolescents. (Author/DB)

Appears in "The Florida FL Reporter special anthology issue "Linguistic-Cultural Factors and American Education. (FWB)

Relates the experiences of students at Joel E. Ferris High School (Spokane, Washington) who tutored culturally deprived elementary school students. (SW)

A preprint from a forthcoming publication of the National Conference on Research in English. (Editor/SW)

Explains how a guided independent reading program became popular with junior high school students. (SW)

Describes experimental Dynamic Systems I course at Case Western Reserve University in which students and instructors made mutual decisions on type and frequency of exams, class sub-divisions, grading, special problem and weekly evaluations through a "course council. Emphasis was placed more on learning and understanding material than on grades.…

Reviews the objectives and activities of the Center for the Improvement of Teaching and Learning (City Colleges of Chicago). Presents initial findings from studies of the characteristics of effective teachers, effects of course placement on student success, student involvement in instruction, and altering teaching methods to increase…

A collection of quotations drawn from research and opinion papers dealing with the impact of television viewing on children. Subtopics addressed are: television viewing statistics, effects of television violence, and the relationship of television to education. (JJD)

A collection of articles by seven teachers from varied backgrounds stresses the importance of teacher motivation. Flexibility, honesty, a good sense of humor, and an openness to new approaches are important motivating techniques. Practical suggestions are offered for stimulating motivation among students. (JN)

Six fourth graders learned paired associates of their choice under high and low reinforcement conditions. Equivalent lists were also studied as homework on which correct test responses were reinforced equally. The children preferred to study and learned more on the highly reinforced lists during the experimental sessions. (Author/GDC)