The Criterion-Referenced Test of Pedagogical Knowledge (CTPK) and the Hill Education Cognitive Style Interest Inventory were administered to 30 students in a performance-based vocational teacher certification program. Learning preference, personal, and program characteristics were identified for mastery (over 80 percent on CTPK) and nonmastery…

This article discusses individualized instruction in physical education programs and suggests how to implement a "levels approach" to meet student needs. The Secondary Physical Education Curriculum and Resource Guide was prepared to integrate curriculum planning components with a focus on individualization. (DF)

A learning disabilities resource teacher describes ways in which she individualized instruction through physical arrangement of the classroom, availability of materials, and instructional methods that focus on readiness, a learning station framework, and thorough record keeping and evaluation. (CL)

Contributors discuss (1) a modified version of individualized instruction in the writing classroom, (2) tutoring, and (3) the virtues of short student teacher conferences. (FL)

Discusses the objectives and classroom management of IAC (Interdisciplinary Approaches to Chemistry) modules designed for individualized, self-paced instruction in secondary school chemistry. (MLH)

Teachers are encouraged to adapt their instructional programs to learners' cognitive styles, whether global or analytic. (GW)

Instead of engaging in the controversy over competency-based teacher education, this paper deals with a description of the implementation of the actual CBTE program, the problems of transition, and difficulties of operation. It is presented primarily as input for those involved in teacher education and contemplating a movement toward CBTE.…

Described is the use of computer graphics terminals to present diagrams relating to physics concepts. (SL)

This excerpt from the book, "Personalized Learning in Physical Education," discusses the meanings of cohort, individualized, personalized, and humanistic education, and stresses that the individual instructor must choose for himself among the varieties of individualized instruction or decide whether to use any at all. (MB)

Microteaching has been suggested as a useful method for teacher training since it is "real teaching" and because it focuses on the training of specific tasks. (DMT)

A method for individualizing the study of a literary text is presented. It emphasizes the need to develop the four skills while deemphasizing the traditional role of literary texts as a vehicle for acquiring critical literary skills. (Author/RM)

The case for the student's taking full responsibility for his own learning is discussed. The analysis briefly refers to the literature and research efforts, but also proposes a more comprehensive study model, behavioral indexes and implications for professional action in higher education. (LBH)

Discusses the findings of a study (Erdmenger, in this journal 3/1974) of the flexible, individualized instruction in the English classes of an integrated comprehensive school, with a discussion of its effectiveness. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)

Eight elements found in nationally recognized, outstanding middle schools are presented as bench marks that all middle schools might utilize in examining their programs. Available from National Middle School Association, P.O. Box 968, Fairborn, Ohio 45324; $1.50 single copy. (Author)

Describes graduate chemical engineering courses that utilize the Keller Plan and make available videotaped lectures covering the courses' subject matter. (MLH)