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Brown, H. Douglas – TESOL Quarterly, 1980
It is argued that acculturation, anomie, social distance, and perceived social distance rather than biological factors define a critical period independent of the age of the learner for second language acquisition. Suggestions for planning instructional strategies and selecting materials based on this hypothesis are given. (PMJ)
Descriptors: Cultural Influences, Curriculum Development, Individual Development, Learning Readiness
Ediger, Marlow – 1999
Considering a behaviorist's viewpoint focusing on specifics regarding learning and knowledge, this document discusses the psychology of learning and how it provides the reading/language arts teacher with a basis for making sound decisions in lesson and unit construction. It provides two examples of objectives for pupil achievement pertaining to…
Descriptors: Behaviorism, Cognitive Measurement, Cognitive Style, Curriculum Development
Broomhall, Edward; Gardner, Jenny – 1996
This paper focuses on the implications of the Level 1 Technology curriculum for children in Australia. In theory, the outcomes in the curriculum profile could provide useful learning experiences. However, undue emphasis is placed on the designing, making, and appraising components, which have the potential to push young children beyond their state…
Descriptors: Appropriate Technology, Creativity, Curriculum Development, Developmental Stages
Toepfer, Conrad F., Jr. – 1981
Research indicates that the brain grows in spurts occurring every two years or so and alternating with plateau periods in which the gains due to growth are consolidated. While the number of brain cells no longer increases after the age of about 18 months, substantial increases in the complexity of neural networks occur generally between the ages…
Descriptors: Brain, Cognitive Development, Curriculum Development, Educational Psychology
Allen, John – 1998
Much has been said and written about the importance of local and community organizations for the development of access to learning opportunities in impoverished countries. Calls for greater self-reliance and for educational services relevant to local conditions and community needs and that meet the needs of all constituents have increased since…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Adult Basic Education, Adult Reading Programs, Community Development