Describes a modified Keller plan for teaching a biochemistry laboratory course and evaluates the method's effectiveness by comparing results of students using Keller plan (N=17) to students receiving traditional instruction (N=16). Results suggest the modified Keller plan is a successful instructional method for the course. (Author/SK)

Describes a simulation model of family life education for high school youth. Includes guidelines for use of simulation instruction, instructions for conducting specific simulations, and suggestions for designing simulations to deal with other family life crises. Designed to familiarize teenagers with family system concepts. (JAC)

Analyzed the Matching Familiar Figures Test, which has been employed by researchers to determine conceptual tempo, for potential use as a tool for the clinician. Discusses the psychological factors inherent in impulsivity. Suggests the primary deficits are a lack of norms as well as an alternate form. (Author)

Describes the Business French program of Northern Illinois University and discusses the problems that led to the adoption of an interdisciplinary approach involving the Department of Foreign Languages and the Business School. Reviews several textbooks and technical dictionaries and provides an extensive bibliography of business communication…

Argues that phonemic awareness in young readers may be knowledge that is constructed in the unique situation of trying to match speech to an alphabetic orthography. Stages of learning about print, teaching children about written language, and the roles of alphabet recognition and perceptual-motor skills in learning to read are discussed.…

Describes approaches to inservice evaluation of early childhood teachers, and provides a rationale and guides for conducting teacher evaluations. A sample form for inservice evaluation is included. (RH)

Some easy-to-state number properties are suggested as the subjects of proofs that are readily understood and interesting to pupils. (MP)

The following ideas are presented: plans for constructing a calculator bin rack that provides a place for a school to store and charge calculators; a lesson in geometry based on a news article about salt containers; and a very simple approach to the concept of infinite geometric series. (MP)

The use of graph paper to outline arrays of multidigit multiplication problems is promoted. (MP)

Every student at every level is seen to learn mathematics individually and personally, putting an individual stamp on each incoming perception. (MP)

How the use of calculators can illuminate mathematics and improve the level of problem-solving discussion in classes is presented. (MP)

Suggests how the study of psychology can help adolescents achieve positive self-concepts and refine their value systems in such a way that they will increase their feelings of empathy and good will toward others as they become active in the political process. Specifically, it explains how psychology can contribute to personal growth and…

Guidelines and steps for reviewing and selecting computerized instructional materials are reviewed. (MP)

Analysis of the clinical interview procedure as employed in psychological research on mathematical thinking is presented. It is noted that there are three clinical methods, each designed for a different research purpose. (MP)

The need to establish links between what is currently being taught and earlier work, later work, other topics, and other subjects is promoted. Links between number inverse and symmetry are described. (MP)