A guide for a person attempting to construct his own synthesis for change or diffusion of innovation. (HB)

Article suggests an alternate approach to using the textbook as a guide to curriculum, called instructional systems development approach. (HB)

A discussion of the techniques used by Auburn University, Alabama, to introduce new students to an innovative program of teacher education. (HB)

Discusses the use of educational impact statements and presents a functional process model for change facilitation. A specific example of the adaptation of this process is provided, going through the steps of: preplanning, strategy selection, implementation, and adoption, evaluation, research, and modification, monitoring, and follow-up. (RAO)

A discussion of how humanism and technology are integrated into educational practice. (HB)

The research described suggests a new basis of collaboration between TV-radio entertainers and educators. (Author)

Author looks at the question of when instruction should be individualized. (HB)

The research described suggests a new basis of collaboration between TV-radio entertainers and educators. (Author)

A discussion of how the computer has compelled educators to devise new education experiences by which students can acquire information. (Author/HB)

How administrators can provide for individualized instruction. (HB)

Five areas are suggested for individualized instruction. (HB)

Offers educational practitioners direction for the development of a master plan for the implementation and application of computer-based educational technology by briefly examining computers in education, discussing organizational change from a theoretical perspective, and presenting an overview of the planning strategy known as the planning and…

Argues that when students interrupt their thought flow during composition writing to edit language, syntax, or mechanics, the pauses obstruct fluency and dilute concentration. Use of the word processor for invisible composition is described to show how computers reduce time spent on composing and alter quantity and quality of time. (MBR)

Addresses the problem of making appropriate use of computers in educational settings by describing use of an electronic mail package in a support role for a bachelor's degree business course at Western Australia Institute of Technology. Students' and teachers' views on use of MAIL and its benefits are discussed. (MBR)

Outlines practical strategies which educational administrators can apply in planning for the use of advanced instructional technologies, and presents a checklist to use in evaluating new instructional devices. Highlights include assessing instructional needs; hardware and software considerations; vendors; costs; and effects of change and…