Investigates the growing popularity of computerized economic modeling as a computer-assisted instructional aid and the associated educational benefits. Provides an overview of current modeling, simulation, and econometrics programs and attempts to identify trends in computer-assisted instruction in economics. (Author/GEA)

Reviews the premises of Leslie A. Hart's Proster Theory of brain-compatible instruction, which focuses on programs, patterns, and increasing the amount of cognitive input which students receive. Traces the foundations of the theory and presents evidence that the Hart approach leads to learning achievement. (DMM)

A historical approach to the teaching of calculus provides the students with a better understanding of the material than the standard approach and helps as well to introduce them to the relationship between mathematics and other aspects of our culture. Describes in some detail a course in calculus which is based on such an approach. (Author/PR)

Assessed the extent that four conditions (decentralization of power, knowledge and skills, information, and rewards) and three other factors (an instructional guidance system, leadership, and resources) facilitated implementation of four categories of curriculum and instructional innovations. Data from 17 schools showed strong correlations between…

Describes dilemmas and solutions associated with teaching and assessing strategic reasoning. Emphasizes that learning to teach and assess strategic reasoning is a trail-and-error process requiring much reflection on the part of the teacher. Initiates discussions among teachers about dilemmas associated with teaching and assessing strategic…

By using the kind of two-way television system envisioned by Buckminster Fuller, school children can learn at their own rates and select interesting topics, thereby continually reinforcing the desire to learn. Today's new interactive video systems, from multimedia encyclopedias to hypermedia combinations, allow students to explore subject matter…

"The Executive Educator" in the second year of the "Profiles in Excellence" series focuses on innovative instruction, honoring 25 outstanding programs chosen by a panel of preeminent judges. Each of the 10 first place winners will receive an IBM personal computer and printer. (MLF)

Describes the process followed at the University of Alaska Fairbanks in implementing an oral communication across the curriculum core requirement. Discusses program adaptation, oral intensive guidelines, basic course structure, implementation recommendations, preparing faculty, identifying and meeting faculty need, and evaluation of pilot courses.…

The Apple Classrooms of Tomorrow (ACOT) project is a flexible consortium of researchers, educators, students, and parents who have worked collaboratively to create and study innovative learning environments since 1985. ACOT classrooms are true multimedia environments where students move from competitive work patterns toward collaborative ones. (10…

Reviews current thinking on the uses of metaphor, and suggests ways in which awareness of, and experimentation with, teachers' metaphors for teaching might usefully be incorporated into training programs. (29 references) (GLR)

Offers an alternative to traditional term paper assignments in which poster sessions were used to promote collaborative learning, creativity, and develop research and communication skills. Provides guidelines for conducting poster sessions and their various applications. Finds students prefer poster sessions to traditional term papers. (NL)

Describes innovative programs for teaching elementary school students. In Illinois, students learn about the artists Raphael, Michelangelo, Leonardo, and Donatello using the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. An Oregon program prints student poetry and places it on cafeteria tables. In rural Texas, students learn about restaurant etiquette through play…

When teachers provide opportunities for thoughtful learning, students will demonstrate the insight resulting from deep understanding of subject matter. Three methods of teaching for understanding include teaching with mental models, coaching for understanding performances, and teaching for transfer. These approaches also help reconnect the…

Discusses the significance of the proliferation of new media for academic historians and their teaching. Describes the researcher's personal experiences incorporating multimedia technology into courses. Addresses points to consider before adopting multimedia as an individual or institution, including cost, standardization, and possible student…

Praises Ann V. Angell's efforts to document her experiments with student democracy in the classroom but critiques the experiment as having a limited view of democracy. Provides a rationale for a broader view of democracy in the classroom and provides examples from the authors' teaching experiences. (DSK)