Contrasts the instructional process for canoeing (explanation of the skill, demonstration, imitation by trainees, correction of errors by the instructor, and trials for further practice) with the coaching process (observation by the coach, analysis of technique by coach, goal setting, trials of modified behavior by trainee, observation and…

Reported are the results of a questionnaire administered to 135 teachers in Alabama to determine the effects of encouragement on their use of hands-on science activities. The effect of personal success on teaching style is also discussed. A copy of the questionnaire is included. (CW)

Retired teacher Roma Gans is described in terms of her early life and education, early teaching experience, teaching experience at Teachers College, publishing experience, citizenship, and retirement. (DG)

A naturalistic case study of three experienced teachers of English as a Second Language identified six instructional routines that the instructors alternated and modified according to divergent teaching goals and functions, focusing mainly on student task performance rather than on presentation of content. (65 references) (Author/CB)

Despite technological advances, the slide remains a feasible tool for the teaching of language and culture/civilization courses. It serves to stimulate discussion and break from the normal routine. A simple and inexpensive "how to" method for home slide production is described. (LET)

The viewpoint that a college teacher's knowledge of subject matter is sufficient for good teaching is criticized because it (1) suggests that the teaching process requires minimum commitment and effort; (2) fails to value appropriately the needs of students; and (3) connotes closed-mindedness, even arrogance, at odds with productive human…

This article distinguishes four types of art teachers encountered by talented art students and analyzes how each type may influence students. The four types are (1) the first-rate artist; (2) exponent of a system; (3) inspired lover who communicates enthusiasm and intuitive appreciation; and (4) nurturer of young talent. (JDD)

Based on the Situational Leadership Model, the Staged Self-Directed Learning Model categorizes learners (dependent, interested, involved, self-directed) and teachers (authority, motivator, facilitator, delegator). Good teaching matches learners' stage, and teaching difficulties arise from mismatches. The model can apply to curricula, courses, and…

According to the Myers Briggs Type Inventory completed by 18 preservice agricultural teachers at Montana State University and 25 at Ohio State University, they tended to be field independent, the females more so than national norms. Both groups preferred learner-centered instruction. Many field-independent women tended to exhibit field-dependent…

Hypothesizes that the structure of a teacher's oral discourse is a factor that influences student learning. Sets out to establish the conceptual and discursive frameworks of three teachers. Contains 17 references. (DDR)

Nursing students' exposure to transformative learning is compared to Alice's adventures in"Wonderland". Teaching strategies that encourage critical reflection and discussion, questioning of the status quo, and understanding of one's own and others' world view are recommended. (SK)

A study of the explanatory style of secondary vocational education in Georgia (n=219) indicated that most had an optimistic explanatory style. Business teachers were most likely and agriculture teachers least likely to use this style. (JOW)

Investigated Reid's (1987) hypothesis that a mismatch between teaching and learning styles causes learning failure, frustration, and demotivation. Data were collected through Reid's questionnaire, interviews, and tests using 206 English-as-a-foreign-language (EFL) students and 46 EFL teachers at a Hong Kong university. (Author/VWL)

Reports on an enquiry into the responses of a class of Year 1 children, aged 5-6 years, to the first eight months of the National Literacy Strategy (NLS). Notes that the methodology enabled these young children to articulate detailed responses to their experience of a particular style of teaching. (SG)

Describes how the Spectrum Teaching Styles can help physical educators develop an instructional environment that allows learners to meet the national content standards for physical education while providing learners with a quality educational experience. The paper discusses the development and use of the Spectrum and the development of…