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Vellutino, Frank R. – Scientific American, 1987
Examines previous hypotheses of the causes of dyslexia. Proposes that dyslexia results from a subtle language deficiency rather than from defects in the visual system. Discusses current theories and assesses instructional strategies for dyslexics. (ML)
Descriptors: Dyslexia, Instructional Improvement, Language Processing, Learning Disabilities
Kellermann, Kenneth I.; Thompson, A. Richard – Scientific American, 1988
Describes the very-long-baseline array (VLBA) system of radio telescopes that will be completed in the early 1990s. Explains how the VLBA system works and the advantages over present technology. Compares associated international telescopes and very-long-baseline interferometers (VLBI). Illustrates applications for the VLBA and VLBI. (CW)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Earth Science, Research and Development, Satellites (Aerospace)
Cyert, Richard M.; Mowery, David C. – Scientific American, 1989
Reports on aspects of technological change essential to economic progress in the United States. States that workers need to be more adaptable, research needs to be more focused, and managers need to be more open-minded. (RT)
Descriptors: Economic Opportunities, Economic Progress, Economics, Employment Opportunities
Crosson, Pierre R.; Rosenberg, Norman J. – Scientific American, 1989
Discusses the change of agricultural methods with human population growth. Describes the trends of world food production, changes in farmland, use of fertilizer, and 13 agricultural research institutions. Lists 5 references for further reading. (YP)
Descriptors: Agribusiness, Agricultural Personnel, Agricultural Production, Agricultural Skills
