Described are some of the applications found in teaching retarded children for the Dynalevel, an instrument which "transforms the loudness of sound into light to provide a visual check on the tone intensity. (Author/LS)

Suggests that the undergradute geology curriculum should emphasize the student-oriented approach, which involves the learning of process skills to solve problems rather than learning facts and concepts as ends in themselves. Students should engage in independent research, leading to research projects in their senior year, and college instructors…

Interactive videodisc makes possible a powerful educational experience in which computer-based educational systems can display video imagery, real-time action, and stereo sound. Interactivity, teaching with videodisc, electronic tutors, videodisc technologies, and costs are among the topics discussed. Use of videodisc for games and simulating…

Florida Junior College students will be able to select courses at campus sites using Instructional Television Fixed Service (ITFS) system, a closed circuit, two-way educational system currently available only in residences wired for cable TV. Many associate degree requirements may be fulfilled by taking courses offered via the ITFS system.…

Recounts efforts of a nursery school teacher to modify school equipment so that covered constructions and mechanisms are made visible for children to observe. Children's interest in the modified equipment, such as transparent sink pipes, is discussed. (Author/RH)

Presents examples of current instructional conceptions, illustrates one way to broaden thinking about teaching, and argues that a lack of such thinking poses its own methodological problems for reading instructional research. (AEA)

Describes a social studies unit on Pennsylvania for third graders. As a final activity, students hold a Pennsylvania party at which they use pictures of famous people from the state with other state symbols as decorations, and serve foods grown in the state for refreshments. (AM)

Several pilot projects that use videodiscs for educational purposes are described, and other sources that are currently planning or producing instructional videodiscs are discussed. (CHC)

Presents three simple ideas for motivating elementary school children who cannot use a standard reading text; materials used are readily accessible. (CMV)

Presents an overview of methods used in teaching introductory history courses: the lecture, telecourses, programmed instruction, film, multimedia presentations, audio-visual tutorials, self-paced instruction, discussion, simulation, and oral history projects. Decries the underuse of these alternatives. Examples of programs using innovative…