Explores many facets of paradoxical communication in interpersonal encounters; and presents a structured interpersonal exercise which provides students with experiential learning in how to identify and deal effectively with many subtle manifestations of paradoxical communication. (Author/CMV)

Presents critical issues including mechanics, literacy and terminology, usual learning style, participant background, verbal and nonverbal language use, and initial activities which experiential learning facilitators should consider when working in developing countries. (CMV)

A fifth- and sixth-grade project is described that requires each student to build a bridge to specified dimensions using only specified materials. (MK)

This book is designed to provide a quick introduction to LinkWay (one of a new generation of hypermedia programs) for teachers who are familiar with other computer applications, but who may not have worked with hypermedia applications. The book serves as a tutorial that quickly introduces the basic elements of LinkWay, thereby making more…

The author describes the case study method of management education, which provides experiential learning in the classroom. He covers unique features of the case study method, as well as types of cases. Advantages and limitations of this method are presented. (CH)

The authors present an alternative model for training in organizational development (OD) which differs from other such models by being eclectic, inexpensive, and applicable to participants with varying degrees of experience. A design for a training laboratory is elaborated and related to theories about OD and about learning processes. (SK)

Results of this study indicate that self-knowledge theory can be used to establish guidelines for processing structured experiences. Guidelines include assessing the stage of participants using the Experience Recall Test, and utilizing questions associated with stages in sequence. (Author/BEF)

As part of the Introduction to Patient Evaluation course at the University of Texas Medical Branch, freshmen medical students visit a local elementary school to: observe variations of cognitive, physical, and social development; note variations through interactions; and interact with small groups of children. (LBH)

Explores the relationship between the central goals of education and youth participation in community and social service activities. Focuses on ways that youth participation can be integrated into the regular school curriculum. (Author/GC)

Describes a technique of using the collage in teaching single paragraph and experiential writing. The collage is an exciting motivational device that helps students express their thoughts first in pictures and later in words. (CMV)

Guidelines help elementary educators understand what they will be teaching in science programs, how they will assess student learning, and how they will be trained. Science programs should develop scientific literacy via hands-on, collaborative, inquiry-oriented lessons centered on processes used by real scientists in their everyday work. (SM)

Because of the enormous amount of available career information, school counselors require the skills to identify the appropriate information for clients and to know its sources. Accordingly, this module consists of three training activities in career information gathering for school counselors. Activity 1, "Appropriate Information," focuses the…

Designed to familiarize Oregon teachers with a variety of marine education materials, this guide offers suggestions and information for accessing marine education resources. Contents include: (1) project description; (2) marine education and goal-based instruction (explaining how to infuse marine education into existing courses); (3) marine…

The teacher's role in directing science activities is examined in this book. Suggestions are offered on what teachers might do with the activities and advice is given on how the activities could be used. Each of the eight chapters contains a brief summary at the beginning, a detailed review at its close, and a list of specific guidelines for…

Describes problem-based learning (PBL) as an alternative to internships in Environmental Health Education. Discusses teaching strategies, case study problem set development, and evaluation techniques applicable to PBL. Presents an overview of small group structures for cooperative learning, a list of learning resources, and a flow chart indicating…