A model is proposed for the development of planning strategies in which both task demands and learners' needs are integrated with the general needs of the typical developing child. Five variables are considered in designing lesson plans: (1) physical prerequisites; (2) hierarchical organization; (3) perceptual processes; (4) sources of feedback;…

To integrate psychological factors with traditional training programs, the athletic coach needs to develop special skills. The coach must develop appropriate strategies for coping with athletes' anxiety, fear, or lack of self-confidence by integrating practice and game behaviors and by individualizing coaching practices. (JN)

Reviews problems and successful techniques associated with various instructional systems including individualized instruction, personalized system of instruction, audiotutorial system, and others. Includes comments on behavioral objectives, mastery, and testing. (SK)

The use of computer assisted instruction (CAI) in music education at North Texas State University is described. A special authoring language for CAI music lessons has been developed. (MP)

The problems of individualizing instruction in elementary school science are discussed. A system for teachers to use to monitor their individualization efforts is also presented. (SA)

Noting the trend from traditional teacher-centered instruction to individualized, mixed ability teaching, the author suggests that the new methods require more work from teachers and that they need additional released time and assistance to cope. (SJL)

In describing the process for developing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for handicapped children, the author focuses on the need for teamwork and effective communication between Child Study Team members, teachers, and parents. (SJL)

A program designed in the BASIC programing language to provide drill and practice with positive and negative numbers is presented. (MP)

Describes use of learning stations at elementary and secondary levels. Explains vocabulary, grammar, conversation, listening, reading and culture stations; materials and equipment for stations; management concerns. (BK)

A model of three types of experiential learning is presented, showing significant differences in learning objectives, designs, and means for evaluation among them. Emphasis is noted on the importance in program design of clarity regarding matching experiential learning type with specifically identified objectives. (Author/MLW)

This article discusses selected key issues arising from legislation and litigation, instructional practices, teacher competence, and vocational programs that are now, or likely to become, critical to the full integration of handicapped persons in vocational education and subsequently in the work force. (Author)

The author argues that failing grades and grade repetition harm students and should be removed from the middle school. He presents a grading system of A-B-C-Incomplete which would eliminate grade repetition, encourage individualized instruction, and promote student self-esteem. (SJL)

Describes development and implementation of system of individualized instruction at Ohio State University at elementary level in Arabic, French, German, Latin, Russian, and Spanish. Funded by National Endowment for the Humanities, the project involved three components--teacher-assisted, mastery-based, and self-paced instruction (TAMBSPI).…

Classroom teachers of terminally ill children face potentially difficult, challenging, rewarding and professionally expanding experiences which require an understanding of the basic needs of the dying. Strategies for teaching such children include literature, writing, role playing, magic circle discussions, play therapy, art therapy, counseling,…

Presents viewpoints by an assistant secretary at the Department of Education (DOE) regarding the status of educational research in instruction, including individualized instruction, in the United States. Discusses the need for reform in education, the ineffectiveness of the government, and the purposes and concerns of the DOE. (CS)