An independent study program, utilizing library resources, supplements course work for an effective physics program. (JH)

Describes a program in which the two major goals are: an individualized program for each child in the school, and a continuous program of self-improvement for the staff and the school. (Author)

A rationale and blueprint for what could be the most powerful movement for the reform of secondary education in our time. Inspired by the walkabout of a native Australian boy -- the 6-month endurance test that precedes his acceptance into adult society -- it outlines the requirements of a similar transition to adulthood in postindustrial…

A look at how the educational system in New Zealand uses media for correspondence study. (HB)

A projector, tape recordings, film, slides, and workbooks are utilized for individualized instruction in a secondary school geography class in Montreal, Canada. (DS)

Graphic arts self-paced learning modules consist of course title, module number, clock hours required to complete the module, behavioral objectives, and manipulative and written responses required to complete the module. The student is provided with a project workbook, study guides, overhead transparencies, and video tapes. An outline of the…

Discusses the Inter-University Biology Teaching Project (IUBTP) in Britain and several self-instructional programs in biology that have been developed in American universities. Outlines the advantages and disadvantages of the audiotutorial minicourse approach; and discusses possible developments during the next few years. (JR)

Discusses outreach education, or education designed for students who are not normally reached in regular daytime campus credit work. (Author)

Educational institutions recognize that in the speeding decade of the Seventies they can ill afford to ignore the leadership potential of library personnel. In recognizing this potential, however, they are likely to expect and hold library management accountable for discretionary leadership as well as for the traditional, ministerial functions.…

Outlines concepts of system analysis which can be applied to self-study in order for individuals to utilize advantageously the present assets. (DS)

Independent study should provide greater relevance to the student, and allow the student greater flexibility in planning. (Editor)

Learners in a graduate course were given some behavioral objectives and took mastery test when they felt they were ready; author found they scored significantly higher on the unit and final examinations when compared to a control group. (Editor)