The historical origins and influences of these two major instructional approaches are reviewed in order to define the essential elements of each, identify important similarities and differences, and specify the functional relations that make programed instruction and task analysis complementary components of an individualized training strategy.…

A study demonstrating the effectiveness of incorporating short concept programs into Personalized Instruction (PSI) psychology courses is reported. Results indicate increments in concept learning beyond those produced by a traditionally organized textbook and nonconcept unit tests. (Author/KC)

Ways to implement individualized instruction according to each student's learning style are outlined, such as programed instruction, student tutoring, community experiences, games, group work, and learner goal-setting. Includes a list of learning styles and suggestions for materials management, assignment recording, and grading. (MF)

An audio-autotutorial program for high school students is described which utilizes many appropriate audiovisual materials and serves as an alternative to the traditional lecture-discussion approach. (SA)