This book is a course for independent study, representing approximately 8 to 10 weeks' work. Developed for the Extramural Independent Study Center of the University of Kansas at Lawrence, the course concerns Oriental Literature, and is divided into three units: Chinese Literature, Japanese Literature, and The Literature of India. The normal time…

Two experiments investigated the acquisition of course material under conditions of repeated testing. In Experiment I, with limited study intervals, acquisition increased over trials of study followed by testing. In addition, adjunct information about the content of the test item pool also increased performance. In Experiment II, with student…

Presented in this college bulletin are (1) an introduction including information on admissions, registration, accreditation, philosophy, and affirmative action; (2) a survey of the academic programs; (3) a section on the learning process as it is approached at Evergreen; (4) a listing and description of current programs offered; (5) descriptions…

This document presents a report on the status of an experimental program of Independent Study and Contemporary University at the University of South Carolina. The program enables students to pursue either an individual or team project for up to 15-hours credit and to participate in group seminars and other activities designed to create an…

This directory is a second and more inclusive edition of an earlier ERIC collection of self-instructional materials (see ED 053 720). Topical packages, prepared by contributing junior college instructors are listed according to the subject matter. Information on each page includes the author's name, institution (address and phone number), and the…

This annotated bibliography lists reports made in connection with a Swedish project concerning independent studies in history in the upper secondary school. A list of study materials for that course is included here, as are resumes of reports on the following topics: the learning environment at that grade level, the general framework of didactic…

This book provides over 100 ideas and activities developed and tested by teachers to help students become independent learners. Specific strategies are suggested that may aid students in defining problems, planning individual studies, finding information, and recording, reporting, and evaluating results. The six chapters are "Independent…

A color code system has been found effective in scheduling primary level educable mentally retarded children to use learning centers. (SBH)

"Study" is not merely confined to the careful and thoughtful examination of arguments and beliefs already set out, but can be applied to original and creative inquiry which expands the frontiers of knowledge. (Author/NQ)

Biorhythms are the flows of energy that change periodically. The key to using our personal biorhythmic pattern or "body clock" lies in plotting our pattern of highs and lows. (ABM)

The system by which projects are submitted, modified, and approved is outlined and an indication is given of the standards and quantity of work expected. Criteria on which assessment is based are explained, the range of individual studies is summarized, and cases for and against project work are given. (Author/AJ)

A group consisting of department coordinators, the director of the library media center, the chairperson of the guidance department, a building administrator, and members of the teaching staff work with a carefully selected group of career-oriented seniors on an independent study program. (Author/IRT)

The authors discuss advantages of self-directed learning as a part of the workplace training process. They describe how to plan and implement a self-directed learning program, covering staffing and resources, preliminary work, and general guidelines. (CH)

Issues related to an open learning program, the West Yorkshire Open Learning Federation, are explored. Issues include (1) institutional framework for course, (2) approach to "openness" and implications regarding the target population, and (3) accreditation and monitoring. Stresses that acceptability of educational outcomes requires flexibility in…