This report covers a series of learning experiments utilizing lists of paired- associates (word pairs). Each experiment consists of three phases. In the first phase the subjects learn a list of paired-associates to a certain performance level. In the second phase (interpolated learning) other sets of paired-associates are learned. Finally, phase…

Goal analysis is a procedure useful in helping to describe the meaning of the desired goals; whether these goals deal with attitudes, appreciations, or understandings. This book aids people in making better decisions toward their achievement and in recognizing progress and success. Four major parts describing important aspects of goal analysis are…

A discussion of the value of a classical education by one student of classics who found his academic background to be personally rewarding after leaving school and entering the business world. (KM)

Students read directions on how to make a puzzle game, answer comprehension questions based on the directions and then proceed to follow the directions. This method of developing reading comprehension is highly motivating since students take pride in creating puzzles. (Author/RK)

To help students learn how to interpret, infer, and speculate on conclusions, here is a week-long learning activity on "clue finding". A mitten, a bagful of debris and a few intriguing exercises with descriptive paragraphs show students that they use clues every day to draw conclusions and that they can extend this ability to analyze what they…

Presents translation of short booklet, intended for wide distribution to Soviet teachers, which summarizes the most recent work of Soviet educational psychologists such as A.K. Markova, A.B. Orlov, and L.M. Fridman, on motivation of school learning. Drawing on developmental and activity theories of learning, this issue is recommended reading for…

A neuromathematical model of information processing applied to science learning is expanded to include two coefficients representing the motivational state of the learner. The inclusion of these coefficients (which are described) permits modeling of the effects of variations in motivation on the rate and amount of information in learning tasks.…

The purpose of this research was to discern and analyze the motivation underlying participation of postsecondary teachers in organized inservice education programs. (JOW)

A comparison of continuing motivation in preschool and third-grade children suggested that extrinsic rewards for intrinsically interesting tasks reduced motivation, especially for older subjects. (GW)

The main purpose of this study was to examine the validity of a new systemic model of learning transfer and thus determine if a more holistic approach to training transfer could better explain the phenomenon. In all, this study confirmed the validity of the new systemic model and suggested that a high performance work system could indeed serve as…

In 2002-03, approximately 68.5 million people, or one-third of civilian, non-institutionalized adults age 16 and older in the United States, took formal courses or training that were not part of a traditional degree, certificate, or apprenticeship program for reasons related to their job or career. This Issue Brief examines these adult learners'…

Behavioral objectives and appropriate activities are presented as focal points for a resource unit in the basic business class on the energy crisis. Teacher and student aids are also listed. (SC)

Five components of learning motivation delineated are: (1) expectations of positive affective change; (2) self concept; (3) goal setting; (4) knowledge of steps instrumental to learning; and (5) self evaluation. Cultural differences on these components are also discussed. (RP)

Purpose of research was to examine the contribution that expectancy to teach could make as a possible incentive for meaningful verbal (school) learning. (Author)