This basic mathematics course is composed of eight lessons. Each lesson contains a pre-test and post-test, problems and examples oriented toward water and wastewater operations, suggested supplemental readings, and estimated time for completion. The topics of the lessons are: (1) numeration; (2) whole numbers; (3) fractions; (4) decimals; (5)…

The bulk of this book consists of case studies of a variety of forms of individualized instruction, including Keller Plan courses. The last third of the book deals with the general aspects of using an individualized system of instruction. This portion contains many suggestions about the operational details of an individualized course. (Author/BB)

Released time from classes for independent study by academically able high-school juniors and seniors is evaluated here after a four-year study. Concern was centered on the effects of this program on high school functioning and, later, on college records. Major hypotheses of the study were that: (1) independent reading groups would show greater…

The Demonstration Schools Project was established for the purpose of upgrading American education through the enhancement of communication among educators concerning many of the new and improved procedures being initiated in the schools. As a member of this demonstration unit, the University City High School's innovations (such as flexible…

This self-instructive workbook focuses on ways in which the teacher can gather helpful information regarding activities with students. It is supplemented by a program and a support system that includes instruction, teaching experiences for practice, discussions, and individual conferences. The two major goals of the workbook are to enable teachers…

This workbook is part four of a self-instructional course prepared for the United States Environmental Protection Agency. The student proceeds at his own pace and when questions are asked, after answering, he either turns to the next page to check his response or refers to the previously covered material. The purpose of this course is to prepare…

This workbook is part five of a self-instructional course prepared for the United States Environmental Protection Agency. The student proceeds at his own pace and when questions are asked, after answering, he either turns to the next page to check his response or refers to the previously covered material. The purpose of this course is to prepare…

This workbook is part six of a self-instructional course prepared for the United States Environmental Protection Agency. The student proceeds at his own pace and when questions are asked, after answering, he either turns to the next page to check his response or refers to the previously covered material. The purpose of this course is to prepare…

The first section of this final report is an introduction that is on video tape and available only through the author. The second section, which is written, concerns large group instruction. It contains infcrmation on the lecture and on an instructional management strategy for individualized learning. Small group instruction is explored in section…

Soviet education is designed not only to produce specialists whose skills will be more useful to the State, but also to reshape the character of the person so that it is compatible with Communist ideology. The study attempts to investigate and describe the development of higher education correspondence study in the U.S.S.R. Subproblems…

This book is designed to help the reader attain a real understanding of the mechanics of tennis. It provides an important link between tennis theory and practice. The book covers activities that develop skills in beginners through advanced tennis and tactics applicable for seasoned players. The author draws upon scientific principles of…

The Rate Training Manual and Nonresident Career Course (RTM/NRCC) form a self-study package that will enable Aviation Boatswain's Mates F (Fuels) to help themselves fulfill the requirements of their rating. Designed for individual study and not formal classroom instruction, the RTM provides subject matter that relates directly to the occupational…

School Without Walls provides students with an opportunity to test theory (textbook learning) with practice (community resources), and from practice formulate new understandings. A student enrolled in a course discusses with his subject teachers the resource he wishes to use as he masters subject content. The school provides opportunities for…

This paper has been designed as a general guide to the teacher, student, group, or club interested in identifying environmental or resource problems at the community level and helping to find solutions to them. The paper discusses the independent studies program as a method of studying environmental problems as well as a source of academic credit.…

This document presents a programed self study course that, while not time consuming, will provide the indepth teaching that adult 4-H leaders need to function effectively. Each unit, or paragraph of information is followed by one or more multiple choice questions with four alternative answers. A statement of the correct answer and a short…