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Herbert, Wray – Science News, 1983
By studying forgetfulness in humans and monkeys, scientists are learning about the anatomy of normal memory. Results of amnesia studies, indicating that memory collapse occurs in a selective fashion depending on the cause, may help resolve a fundamental dispute among learning theorists. (JN)
Descriptors: Learning, Learning Processes, Memorization, Memory

Waldie, K. F. – Small Group Behavior, 1982
Presents a conceptual model that relates the range of types of experiential groups to their potential learning outcome. Attempts to relate group process and likely skill acquisition through participation in the group process. Tested model by considering applicability to a range of group learning processes. (RC)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Experiential Learning, Foreign Countries, Group Dynamics
Parker, Woodroe M.; And Others – Journal of Non-White Concerns in Personnel and Guidance, 1979
Presents an eight-session seminar designed to increase participants' study skills and to redefine participants' self-concepts from those characterized by feelings of inadequacy and frustration to concepts of selves as competent and capable. Learning strategies, two-way communication, learning styles, note making, test taking, vocational planning,…
Descriptors: Academic Education, Black Students, Career Planning, Cognitive Style
Talbot, Gilles L. – 1987
This report concerns the dilemma faced by students enrolled in Quebec's Colleges de l'Enseignement General and Professional and by students everywhere as more and more emphasis is placed on the content of learning rather than on learning how to learn. The construct of educational-life skills is introduced and a taxonomy of feedback materials is…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Persistence, Achievement Need, Cognitive Style