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Cates, Ward Mitchell – Journal of Computer-Based Instruction, 1989
Discusses the application of spelling research findings to the design of computerized instructional spelling programs. The need for individualization is stressed; lesson size, content, and time devoted to instruction discussed; three cognitive models with appropriate instructional strategies for each are presented; and further research needs are…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education
Stallings, Jane – 1984
Beginning with general observations on the human element in excellent teaching that often goes unnoticed by researchers, this speaker provides a wide range of suggestions for making more effective use of class time. These suggestions pertain to monitoring time on and off task, classroom organization and planning, making assignments, clarifying…
Descriptors: Behavior Standards, Classroom Communication, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques
Fitzpatrick, Kathleen A. – 1985
The Center for Educational Policy and Management at the University of Oregon has developed a professional development term for improving teaching skills of secondary school teachers. The content of the program has been drawn from two major categories of instructional research: (1) classroom management and organizational strategies that promote and…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Classroom Environment, Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education
Ellis, Edwin S.; Worthington, Lou Anne – 1994
This monograph presents a synthesis of the literature on empirically supported effective teaching principles that have been derived from research on behavioral, cognitive, social-learning, and other theories. After an introductory section, the first section discusses characteristics of empowered and ineffective learners. Motivational, cognitive,…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Early Childhood Education, Educational Principles, Educational Strategies
Hall, Stephen – 1993
The concept of "task" is explored, particularly as it relates to the work students perform in learning a language. It is proposed that what really happens as a student learns can be understood better by applying the concept of task to classroom processes. The ways in which task has been defined by educators are reviewed, and it is concluded that…
Descriptors: Classroom Communication, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Cooperative Learning

Logan, Kent R.; And Others – Exceptional Children, 1997
This observational study analyzed effects of instructional variables on the engaged behavior of 29 students with moderate, severe, or profound intellectual disabilities who were included full-time in general elementary classrooms. Results indicated that one-to-one, small group, and independent work arrangements were associated with higher engaged…
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Classroom Observation Techniques, Elementary Secondary Education, Grouping (Instructional Purposes)