This paper describes a series of summer workshops for inservice teacher training (kindergarten, grades 1, 2, and 3) in the application of techniques and procedures based on pupil mastery of individualized modules of instruction. Contingency reinforcement management methods were demonstrated and practiced in the attempt to change pupil behavioral…

This document is a learning module in interpersonal perception, designed to teach undergraduate and post-graduate students how to more effectively teach disabled or exceptional students. The feelings and behaviors of both teacher and child interact and affect each other to produce a positive or negative learning environment. Some of the feelings…

Presented in this paper is a selection of qualitative indices for four educational innovations (cultural pluralism, individualized instruction, open classroom, and team teaching) prepared by participants of a continuing action lab of the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. Participants estimated that over 65 percent of the…

Educational institutions have at least two major functions: education and certification of competency. This paper examines the educational strengths and limitations of the mastery learning instruction model with respect to fulfilling these functions. The components of the mastery model are contrasted with components of other instructional models,…

This report describes a project to develop and test a number of individualized vocational physics modules designed to be laboratory-oriented, written at the lowest reading level, and supplemented with audiovisual materials. The report includes descriptions of the procedures used to develop, pilot test, and disseminate the materials. Each of the…

Relationships between competencies specified for elementary education reading programs and selected factors contributing to teacher effectiveness were assessed in this study. Phase one assessed relationships among 12 factors of teacher effectiveness and 22 competencies developed by the State of Pennsylvania. Phase two studied relationships among…

The purpose of this practicum was to implement and evaluate a peer tutoring program designed to raise the reading level of a selected group of low-achieving students at Harry Stone Middle School, an all-black, sixth- and seventh-grade school in the Dallas, Texas, Independent School District. Objectives were twofold: to raise the grade-equivalent…

While millions of dollars have been spent to build open space schools, relatively few have been allocated to teacher education, inservice training, and followup supervision. If a school district has a genuine commitment to an educational format that stresses student initiative and responsibility, backed by funds for staff development, teachers…

This booklet, one of a series developed by the Frederick County Board of Education, Frederick, Maryland, provides an instruction module for an individualized or flexible approach to 7th, 8th, and 9th grade science teaching. Subjects and activities in this series of booklets are designed to supplement a basic curriculum or to form a total…

Demonstrates a method for teaching writing to emotionally handicapped children which treats writing as a "fun" activity, using a process writing approach. Shows through two examples that writing is a perfect vehicle for these children to air their emotions nonviolently. (SKC)

A study of the effectiveness of the personalized system of instruction (PSI) for teaching dental materials to dental hygienists compared the technique's effects to those of conventional instruction on end-of-course achievement, aptitude-achievement relationships, long-term retention, and course attitudes. (MSE)

Ways to make instruction more individualized and personalized even if class size cannot be reduced include modifying the following: (1) distribution of teachers; (2) instructional methods; (3) distribution of students; and (4) exacerbating factors such as interruptions. (MLF)

The opening address from CALICO '87 in Monterey, California, compares the potential of computer-assisted language instruction (CALI) as claimed in the 70s to the realities of CALI now. Discusses the language proficiency levels best suited for applications of CALI as it now exists. Enumerates six challenges for CALI. (LMO)

Explores theoretical reasons for consistent relationship between successful self-paced teaching methods and adequate opportunities for student/instructor interaction and the incorporation of group activities within individualized training. Practical ways in which critical instructor and group process roles can be integrated within an…

Case studies of three students with spina bifida (ages 8-11) illustrate an individualized six-week handwriting intervention program which stressed assessment, monitoring, and measurement of changes in writing performance. Appropriate changes in physical support (sitting position, writing surface, and choice of writing tool) are recommended. (JW)