The technology of instruction and the development of components for teaching the aurally handicapped at Kendall Demonstration Elementary School are examined. (BD)

Advocates an investigation of the potential of compressed or expanded speech, i.e., rate controlled speech, for teaching and learning. There is an example of the use of compressed tapes in a self-paced, self-instruction course in beginning nutrition and food science at Syracuse University. (VT)

The technical language used in reports on educational research can be a barrier for the classroom teacher who would like to implement the results of that research effectively, indicating a need for clearer communication between the researcher and the teacher who will be the instrument of change. (JD)

Discusses the advantages of teaching spelling through use of an active writing program where emphasis is on fluency of expression other than spelling achievement. (GO)

The idea that significant professional knowledge can result from practice and its careful analysis merits reemphasis. (MJB)

Offers a description of the San Francisco simulation as an alternative and/or addition to the traditional public speaking assignment. (MH)

States that the key to teaching parliamentary procedure lies in emphasizing the relation of the topic to the student, stressing the "you" factor. Suggests the use of misdirection as an effective teaching tool and presents specific suggestions for organization and subject matter. (NH)

Learning about the physical environment from computer simulation models is discussed in terms of three stages: exploration, experimentation, and calibration. Discusses the effective use of models and presents two computer simulations written in BBC BASIC, STORFLO (for catchment hydrology) and SLOPEK (for hillslope evolution). (Author/GEA)

Compares Organizing Principle, multi-syllabus, and modular approaches to second language course design and suggests a modular course design that offers the greatest flexibility for both the instructor and for future course planning by allowing the instructor to link various elements of this approach according to methodology and student needs.…

Describes a method for demonstrating dichotic listening tasks in the classroom which involves substituting live readers for tape recorded messages to allow direct student observation of various selective attention phenomena. Concludes that live readers offer pedagogical benefits that make them superior to tape recorded dichotic listening tasks.…

Expert systems are computerized databases that can diagnose and recommend treatment for persons who are ill. The database contains information on more than 7,600 diseases generated from exhaustive questioning of experts. These systems supplement human expertise but do not replace the good teaching of physicians. (VM)

Provides basic information on logic circuits, points out that the topic is a good vehicle for developing technological literacy. The subject could be included in such courses as philosophy, computer science, communications, as well as in courses dealing with electronic circuits. (JN)

Describes how televised writing instruction works, why television is used to teach writing, what the programs are like, the effectiveness of this kind of instruction, and what the problems of telecourse instruction are. (JK)

Discusses role of CD-ROM (compact disk read only memory) as a catalyst bringing together libraries, publishers, technology companies, and education in the development of creative solutions to educational problems. CD-ROM applications in the educational environment, specific efforts by libraries, and product development by publishers and technology…

This study employed field-study techniques to analyze six secondary schools in an attempt to identify factors that either supported or inhibited innovative practices. The development of appropriate support systems and an awareness of inhibiting factors may help to ensure that innovative practices can be initiated and maintained over time.…