A gifted curriculum model developed for implementation by regular class teachers resulted in improved student thinking skills maintained over eight weeks following program termination. Findings suggested the value of such a model that incorporates clearly defined and articulated objectives, adequate teacher inservice and monitoring, and direct…

Alphabetic Phonics, a sequential language curriculum, is an extension of the Orton-Gillingham-Childs multisensory teaching method. The curriculum includes modern behavioral, psychological, and educational theories and practice. Developed initially as remediation for dyslexics, Alphabetic Phonics is succeeding both with small groups of severely…

The article presents practical guidelines to help in devising curriculum extension activities for gifted students. Three levels of planning curriculum extension materials are considered: (1) preliminary factors; (2) analysis of objectives, skills, and techniques; and (3) research on available resources. (CL)

Discusses the meaning of "telecommunications" in terms of breadth of study and curriculum development. (PD)

The worksheet approach to preparing a Statement of Changes in Financial Position (SCFP) is presented. An example that has been developed for presentation to the class during the first class period spent on SCFPs is discussed. Conversion of working capital to cash is also explained. (CT)

The three TIE components, THEMES, INTERACTS, and EXPLORITS, focus on the development of creative thinking behaviors, the higher levels of B. Bloom's Taxonomy, inquiry techniques, creative problem solving, group dynamics, and the encouragement of the student's self-concept and sense of responsibility. (Author/CL)

Suggested guidelines for a low-budget instructional television operation. (Author)

The curriculum reform movement is not dead or obsolete; however, its continuing vitality requires a confrontation of issues from which a new mandate and a new sense of mission may be created. (Author/IRT)

Career education entails a revision of the curriculum, but not an entire takeover of the curriculum. It is a concept which can be narrowly or broadly defined; most curriculum developers will feel more comfortable dealing with the more limited definition as a revitalizing force in the curriculum. (AG)

The content and development of the Learning Activity Packages developed by the Interstate Distributive Education Curriculum Consortium, their advantages to students and teachers, and their field test results are cited to encourage interested teachers to investigate their potential. (AG)

Lays out a beginning rationale for the inclusion of education on death and dying in the curriculum of the public schools, along with some cautionary notes concerning its implementation. (Author)

A critical look at the theories advance by Robbie Case (see EA 504 330). (EA)

This article recommends individualized curriculum development. (MM)

The author describes a three-day live-in workshop on futuristics curriculum development.'' (Author/AK)