Three severely retarded institutionalized adolescents were trained (via modeling, simulation, and cueing) to play a video game. Generalization to a community setting was emphasized as an important part of developing age appropriate leisure time skills. (CL)

Offers examples of innovative approaches to teaching the new microcomputer vocabulary. (Available from: Modern Learning Publishers, Inc., 6517 Liggett, Oakland, CA 94611, $14.) (AEA)

Spinoffs of the traditional peer tutoring approach have been successful in individualizing classroom instruction of learning disabled (LD) elementary students. In the peer trio technique, groups of three LD or slow learning students work together on tasks and on making their own games. The approach teaches cooperation and increases motivation. (CL)

The article explores the applicability of video arcade game formats to educational microcomputer software for exceptional children. Guidelines for educational curriculum based on arcade game formats are proposed and the term "Arc-Ed Curriculum" is offered to describe such software. (Author)

Simulation is an appropriate technique for inservice education. Current research on simulation lends credibility to its usefulness as a training technique. A simulation game called "Choices" is described. (Author/MLF)

Stickball is an adaptation of a German national game with major modifications for Israeli athletic facilities and equipment. This article describes rules and equipment needed for this popular game. (CJ)

Explains how to install and operate video games in schools as a fund raising activity for organizations. (FL)

Analyzes the procedure for playing "Life Game" in three major phases: (1) information processing analysis, (2) path analysis, and (3) hierarchical analysis. (Author/JEG)

Several games are suggested to encourage beginning ice skating students to practice developing skills including pretend games, "London Bridge,""red light-green light," and relay races. (JMF)

University Ball is a team game with a variety of strategies that allows participation by everyone. Rules are similar to basketball, and variations are unlimited. (JMF)

Describes physical education activities which utilize equipment made from common objects and readily available materials. (JMB)

Presents several pages of ideas for games that build children's skills in the following areas: reasoning, communication, encoding/decoding, decision making, visual acuity, and cause/effect. (CM)