Some of the literature related to the area of instructional research, individualized instruction and student aptitude are explored in this article. (DEP)

Summarizes experience with individually-paced engineering instruction and gives observations resulting from visiting many United States universities that have individualized engineering courses. (MLH)

Describes an engineering course consisting of seven two-week units and a final exam. Class periods, three per week, are devoted to lectures during the first week of the two-week unit period and to problem sessions during the second week. (MLH)

An in-service coordinator can encourage each teacher to select personally a program that fits the teacher's learning style. (JD)

A successful bilingual program contains needs assessment, curriculum development models and instructional planning, planned evaluation processes, and a plan for initiating change. (Author/MLF)

The external degree program should be developed as another alternative for widening range of interests and backgrounds of those pursuing a college degree. Examples of such programs are cited in this article. (JD)

The Wisconsin System for Instructional Management (WIS SIM) was evaluated on three dimensions (functioning, utilization, and effects) and the information gathered was classified into three types--actual, perceptual, and judgmental. The test demonstrates that a system supportive of an individualized system of education can be designed, developed,…

Describes an individualized high school course that explored mythology through ancient and contemporary literature, art, music, films, science fiction, and fairy tales. (MAI)

Competency prioritization resulted in the following: individualizes instruction; comprehends abilities of exceptional and handicapped children; evaluates and diagnoses students' abilities/progress; provides humanly supportive environment; uses behavioral management strategies; works cooperatively with adults; utilizes psychology of learning;…

Discusses a multimedia educational package on the use of closed-circuit television for observing and analyzing teaching situations, to be used by staff at pilot training programs. The principles of this package are used to discuss teacher training, with special focus on the use of educational technology. (Author/JEG)

Suggests ways to maximize the individualization of packaged instruction and discusses techniques for developing tutor-assisted modules as a means of keeping a human element in packaged instruction. (RAO)

The management of an individualized classroom in a college setting where the primary mode of instruction is printed material is described. The instructor's role as classroom coordinators is discussed. (MP)

Described is a method of teaching mathematics using workcards. Detailed descriptions of materials used and of classroom organization are included. (MP)

The Visual Response System, a classroom where each student's desk has an attached or adjacent overhead projector, is designed to allow one teacher to manage simultaneously individualized instruction for small groups of four to ten handicapped learners. (SBH)