Describes an automatic exercise-problem selection method which is based on the theory of Learning Diagnosis and Treatment (LDT). An optimum problem for each learner is identified by comparing the required readiness for the problem and the learner's mastery level. (Author/CMV)

Discusses a study to evaluate pedagogical alternatives for teaching social studies (particularly geography) to adolescents. Topics discussed include individualized learning, learning from resources, autonomous pupil learning, and competing ideologies of education. (Author/DB)

P.L. 94-142 presents unique problems to schools with special education programs. This article offers suggestions for implementing the act's objectives of individualized instruction, least restrictive environment, and equal protection for handicapped children. (Author/LD)

Presented in this article are various strategies for integrating learning disabled children into academic programs. Suggestions are made in the areas of mathematics, classroom environment, social studies, and science. (EB)

Examines the long term results--obtained mainly in the USA--of the large scale use of individualized systems for the teaching of mathematics, concentrating on systems which use the human tutor as one of their components. Several instructional systems are compared and described, and future prospects are discussed. (JEG)

Effects of a self-paced, individualized workbook in changing student's awareness of library resources and services were measured by pre- and post-tests of 487 freshmen students in designated English classes. Evaluation of test results indicated that, although this library skills program was successful, some reevaluation is needed. (CWM)

The multitext approach to the teaching of English allows for more teacher control over course content, greater variety in subject matter, easier provision for individual differences, and less financial expenditure. (DD)

Author languages, such as the Instructional Dialog Facility (IDF), are computer programs that permit the author to develop computer assisted instruction (CAI) materials without knowledge of sophisticated computer programing techniques. These CAI programs have great potential for responding to individual student styles and rates of learning. (CMV)

Discusses the individualization of instruction as it relates to learner characteristics, instructional environment, instructional treatment, and their interaction. Practical considerations for learners, instructional treatments, and learning outcomes emanating from the literature on aptitude-treatment interaction are suggested. (RAO)

A discussion of the Curriculum Revision and Instruction in Mathematics at the Elementary Level (CRIMEL) Program is followed by a report on a related experiment to determine the effect of retesting on learning. (MP)

The use of audio tapes, worksheets, and commercial materials allows this program successfully to teach low achievers basic English skills with a low teacher-to-student ratio and self-paced lessons. (MP)

No significant differences in handball knowledge and skill were found between traditional, contractual, and independent study methods of learning the sport. (MB)

Discusses a teaching program for introductory chemistry laboratories that allows for differences in student background and ability. The flexible program involves self-pacing and a classification of experiments; this permits slower students to proceed through remedial loops while advanced students proceed to more difficult experiments. (MLH)

The organization and evaluation of a self-paced audio-tutorial precalculus course are described. (DT)

Problems of college survey courses in history are reviewed. Traditional approaches which stress lecture and discussion overwhelm students with content. A recently developed method, Personalized System of Instruction, is described as a way of making history courses manageable and interesting for both students and teachers. For journal availability,…