Six regional curriculum coordination centers in the National Network for Curriculum Coordination in Vocational-Technical Education help prevent duplication of instructional materials development, according to the author, who describes the network structure and its functions in coordinating state and local efforts. (MF)

Describes a model for organizing research and development on educational applications of the information technologies. The development and evaluation of interactive video courseware using the model (an interdisciplinary team approach) for precalculus mathematics instruction is included. (JN)

The Chemical Education for Public Understanding Project is a three-year pilot project designed to provide the public with accurate information on uses and hazards of chemicals, ranging from control of garden pests to types of toxic wastes generated by industry. Discusses project aims and educational materials to be developed. (JN)

Local production, particularly the do-it-yourself vaiety, should be approached from the point of view of a purposeful development process. Such a process has been implemented in the Curriculum Laboratories of the Detroit Public Schools and is outlined in the article. (Author)

Team planning in Kentucky provides the curriculum materials specialist with competent assistance. (Editor)

The manual provides teaching approaches based on a model of least to highest modification of instruction, which may be used for a continuum of special education placements ranging from regular classroom through hospital settings. The first section on adaptive techniques (requiring the least modification) includes suggestions to adjust time for…

A collection of 14 papers covers aspects of second language instruction in European nations. Among the topics addressed are: (1) European curriculum, syllabus, and textbook construction projects; (2) the development of a beginning French curriculum for Greek adults; (3) a German course on English for the tourist trade; (4) an English as a foreign…

Offers practical suggestions for a non-sexist preschool curriculum, with emphasis on developing classroom materials, such as puzzles, flannel board figures, block accessories, etc., which can help to eliminate sex-role stereotyping. Examples of changes which occurred due to the experimental curriculum are given. (ED)

A mathematical problem is used to illustrate the difficulties non-native or limited-English-speaking students may encounter while attempting to solve mathematical problems in English. Simply knowing the language of instruction and the required math skills may not be sufficient for solving math problems. Cultural issues are present as well. It is…