Describes experiences with a Keller-style computer studies course for future mathematics teachers. Aspects of the implementation are detailed, the motivation for thoughts behind the course are discussed, and the evaluation of student performance is supplemented by students' reactions to the course as measured by a semantic differential.…

Results indicate that exposure to individualized instruction had a favorable impact on attitudes of fifth-, sixth-, and seventh-grade pupils. (JMF)

The instructional innovation known as the Personalized System of Instruction (PSI) is discussed in relation to the teaching of Black studies. (Author/RLV)

Eight teachers who consistently and successfully implement individualized, personalized learning in their classrooms were interviewed for the study summarized in this article. (Author/MLF)

The results of a conference on Innovative Teaching Methods in Introductory College Mathematics are summarized and several survey papers are reviewed. (MP)

Human tutors can effectively individualize instruction. Peers, parents, and paraprofessionals can be used to provide immediate feedback to learners more effectively than programed instruction. (BD)

Effects of the Personalized System of Instruction in two history courses at Colorado State University in 1973 and 1975 are discussed. The article contains summary data of student attitudes toward the method, results of unannounced follow-up testing one semester later, and a review of inconveniences created by the method. For journal availability,…

In providing options for reading learning experiences (such as discovery spots) concentration should be on (1) opportunities for frequent teacher-student contacts, (2) grouping flexibility, (3) opportunities for group planning by teachers jointly responsible for reading program development. (MB)

Weed out student reading problems and nurture individualization with an easy-to-use technique. (Editor)

Both reading teachers and content area teachers should be trained to meet the reading needs of individual students. (DD)

Discusses the development and use of an implementation scale and describes basic characteristics of the instrument. Data seem to indicate that instructional systems are not implemented fully in many schools. (Author/IRT)

Discusses positive effects of using a personalized system of instruction, including self-pacing and modular curriculum, with classes of fewer than 30 members. (MLH)

Plenty of subject choices make creative writing personal and successful. (Editor)