Grid computing environments with abundant resources can support innovative e-Learning applications, and are promising platforms for e-Learning. To support individualized and adaptive learning, teachers are encouraged to develop various teaching materials according to different requirements. However, traditional methodologies for designing teaching…

The current literature indicates a need for quality studies on how best to close the achievement gap between elementary English language learners (ELLs) and their English speaking peers. The purpose of this sequential explanatory mixed methods research study was to determine the relationship between standards-based differentiated instructional…

This unique time-saving book is packed with tested techniques and materials to assist new and experienced English teachers with virtually every phase of their job from lesson planning to effective discipline techniques. The book includes 175 easy-to-understand strategies, lessons, checklists, and forms for effective classroom management and over…

Discrete trial instruction or naturalistic, incidental teaching: How do you choose which approach to use with young children with autism? Now there's no need to "pick a side"--this groundbreaking book helps professionals skillfully blend the best of both behavioral approaches to respond to "each child's individual needs". Developed by one of the…

A little imagination, a little drama, a little mystery. Using the guided inquiry model in this updated, second edition, students become detectives at Information Headquarters. They solve a mystery-and enhance their problem-solving and literacy skills. Middle school is a crucial time in the development of problem-solving, critical-thinking, and…

A look at a project which aimed to determine whether an individualized reading program would improve pupil attitudes toward reading without significantly altering, in a negative way, the student achievement results. (Author)

Using elementary school pupils as an example, the author distinguishes between equal and equivalent knowledge and shows how both relate to individualized learning situations applicable to continuing education. (AG)

A discussion of why new teaching methods that utilize the principles of individualized instruction are important. (HB)

The Learning Research and Development Center at the University of Pittsburgh has adopted instructional material in elementary mathematics and reading that are designed for instructing the individual pupil. The program is known as Individually Prescribed Instruction (IPI) and has been widely acclaimed as an important breakthrough in education. This…

In the first section of this paper, the theory behind the use of educational technology in New York State is discussed: that the major contribution of technology to education should be to help achieve individualized instruction and help students become self-motivating, self-directing independent learners. Current activities in the use of…

It is important to be cost effective and to maintain quality control in choosing instructional media. Formats discussed are 16mm film, videocassettes, 35mm slides, filmstrips, color microfiche, color paper copies, and 8mm film. (Author/STS)

The problem of diverse competencies within classes is addressed. The process of "individualizing" such courses is explained, and the findings of a related experiment are presented. (Author)