Examines self-efficacy theory and how it can be utilized in describing participant change in adventure/challenge programs. Explores connection between personal experience and how people view ability to function in world around them. Discusses Bandura's theory and interaction of sources of information: performance accomplishment, vicarious…

Discusses major thoughts of American philosopher William James and how they can serve as a guide to the actions of experiential educators. Considers propositions concerning freedom and responsibility; truth and reflection; happiness and joy; and sacrifice, protest, and inclusive caring. (NEC)

Provides a brief history of experiential learning and a four-step model of how it may be implemented in the classroom. Provides an example of experiential learning which uses small group work aimed at identifying the causes of and potential solutions to unemployment. (JDH)

This study examined the role of facilitators in nine virtual action learning groups. A qualitative analysis of the facilitators' interventions across all groups resulted in a typology that included group management, group process, and support interventions. A model showing the relationship among these categories proposes that effective…

If the school store carries suitable product lines, presents them attractively, accommodates the flow of customers, and brings in sufficient sales, it can offer many--if not more--of the learning experiences offered by a good cooperative work station as it relates store operations, merchandising, sales promotion, and financial control. (Author/AG)

Describes an action program of power instruction designed for student understanding and application of power related phenomena. (GR)

The program budget is seen as usually measuring the cost of resources used in a program, but it is suggested that it should be extended to measure and evaluate program quality. Types of budgets, building a budget, politics of budgeting, and budgeting for quality are discussed. (Author/MLW)

Describes a leadership development program conducted annually by the American Youth Foundation at Camp Miniwanca, Michigan. In the program, high school students participate in challenging outdoor activities designed to develop self-confidence, ethical awareness, and communication skills. (Author/GC)

Describes and illustrates wonders of the winter world encountered during a nature walk on cross-country skis through snow crystal examination, springtail observation, tree study, bird and plant identification, and animal track sighting. (NEC)

A journal prepared by an astronomer describes the lunar and planetary sky formations that will be visible each month of 1982. (CM)

An educational model to realize the goal of dynamic intellectualism is presented. The model consists of a framework of integrative and subject-specific objectives, and a series of learning activities in the twin domains of theory and practice with which to meet the objectives. (SK)

Describes the development of a project to disseminate information about and provide hands-on experience with personal computers through classes and workshops for both adults and children at the Menlo Park Public Library. Funding and implementation are discussed, as well as how such projects can be started by other libraries. (BK)

Initiative activities are fabricated problems that require the mental and physical cooperation of a group of 8 to 15 people. A typical activity is the electric fence, in which students are instructed to get everyone over a chest-high barrier without touching it or reaching through it. (Author/IRT)

Outlines method to organize introductory psychology courses by using four learning components: experience, discussion of the experience, reading related literature, and integrating the theoretical and experiential aspects of the learned materials. Describes the use of dramatic incidents in the classroom. (Author/KC)

Provides brief examples of community studies as a way of involving students in the community's resources that can motivate their learning. Also discusses some implications for staff development. (IRT)