This paper presents a framework for conceptualizing the different ways in which instructions in experimental tasks may be misunderstood. Five possible types of misunderstandings are identified and discussed: (1) misunderstanding of a particular term in the instructions; (2) misinterpretation of a task because the instructions are difficult to…

This unit studies enquiry as a type of educational goal and examines ways in which the teaching of enquiry is becoming a key emphasis in elementary and secondary schools. The unit's objectives focus on the definition and requirements for enquiry-focused instruction, a rationale for enquiry-focused instruction, the relations between ideas and…

Suggests ways to foster adaptability and encourage diversity in the classroom so students can tackle problems of overpopulation and lack of future consciousness and citizen participation. (LS)

Describes the human relations approach to problem solving as an approach which emphasizes the expression of personal feelings by participants as essential to resolution of problems. (HMV)

Research on problem-solving, which has been conducted by experimental psychologists, is used to develop a working legal education program for helping law students learn to solve legal problems. (JT)

Several activities are described for students at different elementary grade levels. Some involve estimation of quantities, and others include reasoning about permutations and combinations. (SD)

The managerial problems encountered in the merging of two schools of education are discussed. (JD)

The exploration mode of content presentation is discussed. (MP)

Taking as the point of departure the landmark work, "A Study of Thinking" (Bruner et al. 1956), this research attempts an analysis of the notion of problem-solving strategy, suggests criteria that may be employed to validate the claim that a certain type of behavior is a strategy, and illustrates the use of the criteria. (Author/RK)

An elementary school teacher demonstrates that one method for helping his students learn is to ask them for suggestions on how "not" to learn. The process was used as a writing assignment, to teach basketball, to make a film, and to motivate teachers. (RK)

Describes a training program designed to increase assertiveness and interpersonal skills. Program contains three major components: work situation problem solving; continuing in-house training, and evaluation. Methods include videotaping, group discussion, and role-playing. Discusses facilitator's role. Reports pilot test results concerning…

Describes a college-level course on "the politics of energy" which explored the nature of the energy crisis, the role of energy in world politics, and possible solutions to the crisis. (AV)

Individuals face problems in school and society. Thus, pupils need to become proficient in the area of problem solving. Learners need to perceive purpose in these kinds of learning activities within the framework of a stimulating environment. (Author)

The role of the special resource teacher can be seen as that of a consultant to the classroom teacher in increasing the teacher's awareness of his or her own problem-solving experiences with the learning disabled child. (Author/PHR)