Problems in grading and evaluating English compositions are discussed. Factors include methods of marking, reliability, prediction, characteristics of markers, and handwriting. The effect of time passage on evaluation criteria was determined by comparing essays written in 1922 with new ones written on the same topic (f=fiche number). (MH)

This set of two audiotapes and enclosed course outline comprise a self-study course that offers an alternative to instructor-directed introductory classes on using Roma Spalding's "Writing Road to Reading" program and auxiliary printed materials published by the Riggs Institute. Material on the audiotapes is designed to require listeners…

This audiotape is meant for use by teachers and others to learn the 70 common Orton phonograms in preparation for teaching their students, by adults who wish to improve their own language and spelling skills, and by students for practice (with supervision) after they have learned letter formation of the alphabet. The audiotape presents the…

FUNdamentals puts the "FUN" back in learning for all age groups. FUNdamentals is an intensive, systematic phonics learn-to-read program that helps improve comprehension, spelling, and penmanship. It is designed for use by every age group. Formulated for use with learners from preschool through adult ages, FUNdamentals is the key to…