A PROGRAMED TEXT WAS PREPARED FOR A COURSE IN LEARNING THE BRAZILIAN-PORTUGUESE LANGUAGE. FRAMES 611-720 OF A BASIC LANGUAGE PROGRAM (THIRD FOCUS) WERE INCLUDED. (THIS DOCUMENT IS AN APPENDIX TO ED 010 319 AND IS SUPPLEMENTARY TO ED 010 323.) (JK)

A PROGRAMED TEXT WAS PREPARED FOR A COURSE IN LEARNING THE BRAZILIAN-PORTUGUESE LANGUAGE. FRAMES 721-955 OF A BASIC LANGUAGE PROGRAM (FOURTH FOCUS) WERE INCLUDED. (THIS DOCUMENT IS AN APPENDIX TO ED 010 319 AND IS SUPPLEMENTARY TO ED 010 324.) (JK)

Programed instruction in the Soviet Union is based on the sequential delivery of questions and automatic evaluation of responses. Programs may be linear or may provide for branching that accommodates differences in individual learning styles. Computer models have been developed to simulate job functions and to teach speed-reading. Their use can…

The use of self correcting materials with handicapped students is discussed; and illustrations of sample self correcting devices, including matching cards and balance scales, are provided. (CL)

Developers of self instruction units sometimes become so involved in the design and development of materials that some of the steps in the systems approach are overlooked or minimized. (Author)

This article describes a large-scale teacher education programme" which employs a self-contained package of materials designed to train teachers to use specific teaching skills." (Author/AK)

A self-instruction manual to develop a production supervisory strategy (PSS) was examined as an aid for supervisors of 80 retarded persons in sheltered work settings. Average hourly production increased for 77 clients under PSS compared to baseline, with an average increase of 68 percent. Error rates were not affected. (Author/CL)

Objective: The objective of this study was to determine whether computer-based CPR training is comparable to traditional classroom training. Design and Setting: This study was quantitative in design. Data was gathered from a standardized examination and skill performance evaluation which yielded numerical scores. Subjects: The subjects were 64…

How the commercially-produced Lippincott Learning System (LLS) provided the primary vehicle for the Independent Study Session (ISS) for learning fundamental nursing skills. (Author/HB)

A discussion of the research findings on the differences between student self-selection of performance standards and externally imposed performance standards. (HB)

Suggests the in-house creation of graphics for orienting users to the library. (PF)

Effective management of time involves utilizing a few basic rules. These rules can be summarized as follows: (1) determine your goals and objectives in all major aspects of your life; (2) devote at least 25 percent of your work week to personal improvement in your managerial role; (3) block out a large amount of time daily for planning in your…