Achievement gain was significantly greater under learner control than under program control. (Author)

Presents two examples of computer-based learning developed at the Educational Technology Center at the University of California. One is concerned with scientific literacy and the other with helping students improve formal reasoning skills. Two references are listed. (Author/MBR)

Synthesizes the literature dealing with technology-based instructional techniques, particularly the literature related to programmed instruction, the use of behavioral objectives, individualized instructional systems, and the problem of measuring educational variables. (Author)