This learning packet was designed by the Special Education Supervisor Training Project (SEST) to develop professional supervisory competency in establishing a set of evaluative criteria and procedures to determine the quality, utility, and availability of learning materials, and to organize and conduct review sessions where teachers and other…

The general format of a representative learning module is presented to provide a guide for teachers attempting to construct their own modules. A statement of need for such a project is followed by an examination of the individual components making up most learning modules: (1) organizational numbering system; (2) general statement; (3) task…

This learning module has three terminal objectives, which state that the student will be able to: (a) define CBTE (Competency Based Teacher Education), explain its major characteristics and implications, and compare it with more traditional programs; (b) design an instructional module; and (c) show commitment to the concept of CBTE by engaging in…

This module allows for an initial experience from which an inductive analysis will reveal elements of a learning module. The participant will then enter the planning phase for the development of module designing. This module is completed when the participant designs his own learning module. The module itself includes the following: a…

This learning module on managing self-paced instruction is one of nine developed for use in training administrators, teachers, and prospective teachers in the utilization of Vocational-Technical Education Consortium of States (V-TECS) catalogs of performance objectives, criteria-referenced measures, and performance guides. Information is provided…

This learning module on using Vocational-Technical Education Consortium of States (V-TECS) catalogs in contemporary programs to make them more performance based is one of nine developed for use in training administrators, teachers, and prospective teachers in the utilization of V-TECS catalogs. Readings are provided on the use of V-TECS catalogs…

Two learning modules, a film script, and a posttraining exercise comprise this participant handout which was designed for use with video tapes in a workshop conducted at the University of Toledo in the training of competency-based instructional personnel. Module 1, consisting of a pretest, criteria check, and grading keys, has the following…

This self-instructional module on estimating your business potential is the second in a set of twelve modules designed for small business owner-managers. Competency objectives for this module are (1) identify potential customers who are most likely to purchase your goods and services and (2) estimate the volume of goods and services you can expect…

This self-instructional module on creating an effective business image is the fourth in a set of twelve modules designed for small business owner-managers. Competencies for this module are (1) identify the key factors which contribute to formation of a business image and (2) assess your current image and determine if it communicates the…

This self-instructional module on developing ads that produce results is the sixth in a set of twelve modules designed for small business owner-managers. Competencies for this module are (1) identify three guidelines to be considered when you invest money in advertising, (2) identify the five basic elements of a printed advertisement, and (3)…

This self-instructional module on merchandising is the eighth in a set of twelve modules designed for small business owner-managers. Competencies for this module are (1) identify the elements of a balanced merchandise plan and (2) implement a workable plan to meet the needs of a business. Provided are information sections on the elements of a…

This learning module on evaluating students in performance-based vocational education (PBVE) programs is one of nine developed for use in training administrators, teachers, and prospective teachers in the utilization of Vocational-Technical Education Consortium of States (V-TECS) catalogs of performance objectives, criteria-referenced measures,…

This module is directed toward those persons who will be responsiblie for providing inservice programs for career guidance personnel. The module will help participants increase their understanding of the stages, activities and issues involved in developing an in-service program and of the competencies required. Upon completion of this module the…

This self-instructional module on success in small business is the first in a set of twelve modules designed for small business owner-managers. Competency objectives for this module are (1) ability to evaluate chances of success based upon one's personality and knowledge of good business practices and (2) ability to determine one's commitment to…

This self-instructional module on developing your sales promotion plan is the fifth in a set of twelve modules designed for small business owner-managers. Competencies for this module are (1) describe the role of advertising, display, and personal selling in a sales promotion plan and (2) develop an effective sales promotion plan which…