Discusses how the audio-tutorial system originated, how it is currently implemented at Purdue University (independent study sessions, general assembly sessions, and small assembly sessions), and some factors which may determine the effectiveness of its application. (VT)

Describes 17 attributes of excellent teachers identified in a recent study by Ruth Tschudin. (JMB)

The author describes a method of individualizing instruction in fifth-and sixth-grade arithmetic classes without extra staff, materials, or expensive facilities. (MN)

In the office machines class at the University of Nebraska at Omaha students learn how to operate a new machine each week according to a rotation plan illustrated and described in the article. Because of the rotation system, classwork is mostly individualized. Course objectives, instructional procedures, and a breakdown of duration and grade value…

One problem facing gerontological educators today is the demand for individualization or personalization of instruction. This paper describes a procedure that has been successfully utilized in other areas to meet this demand. Appropriate application of materials presented here will make gerontological education more relevant. (Author)

Discusses provisions of Public Law 94-142 and its implications for industrial arts program development, instructional changes, curriculum, teacher preparation, and facilities. (TA)

Managing a distributive education (DE) laboratory is a challenge. The laboratory is the simulated training station, with the instructor taking on the role of employer, managing student activities and learning. One tool to be utilized in managing a DE laboratory is a training plan. This article discusses the need for student training plans and the…

Reading currently has low priority in foreign language teaching. The uses and types of reading are discussed. It is asserted that reading deserves a high place among teaching goals. The possibility of individualizing the assignment of readings is discussed. (Text is in German.) (IFS/WGA)

An instructional program package for individualized learning of calculus is outlined. The program utilizes audio-visual and other instructional techniques and includes topics in limits and continuity, the derivative with applications, and the integral with applications. (MN)

Describes a computer assisted program in which the computer program provides a self-paced, individualized component with course outlines, weekly assignments, answers to exam questions, and reports of student grades in a general chemistry course. (SL)

Miami-Dade Community College has developed a computer-based instructional management system called Response System with Variable Prescriptions (RSVP) that is faculty programmed and can cater to any mode of instruction. Uses include prescriptive reading instruction, mathematics instruction, speech instruction, feedback on composition errors, and…

Analyzes the attitude scores of 150 secondary school students who participated in experimental and control groups in a one semester study of the effects of an individualized chemistry course. Three factors: (1) student perception of freedom in the educative process; (2) interest in chemistry; and (3) student perception of their relationship with…

Describes an individualized instructional system for teaching accounting students who lack motivation: The system provides students with mini-quizzes and an audio-tutorial system for use together and separately, allows the instructor to supplement gaps in student understanding of accounting concepts, and provides the instructor lattitude and…

Discusses how criterion referenced testing, when combined with a program of individualized instruction, can result in each student's achieving his maximum potential. Describes positive results of such a program in which Mexican American students made great gains in a short time. Mentions implications for all children with so-called learning…