Writing high-quality procedural texts is a challenging task for many learners. While example-based learning has shown promise as a feedback approach, a limitation arises when all learners receive the same content without considering their individual input or prior knowledge. Consequently, some learners struggle to grasp or relate to the feedback,…

Developers of self instruction units sometimes become so involved in the design and development of materials that some of the steps in the systems approach are overlooked or minimized. (Author)

A discussion of the research findings on the differences between student self-selection of performance standards and externally imposed performance standards. (HB)

This paper reports on an instructional program based on the assumption that behavioral change on the part of the student will be most effective when it is both intentional and insightful. Changes on the part of the students which are clearly specified before instruction and which are the explicit objectives of the instruction are described as…

A model for the audiotutorial learning system was developed which consists of three stages. In the first stage, prelearning activities, the teacher and the learner communicate the goals, objectives, needs, expectations, and rationales for the learning. Also in this stage is a diagnosis-prescription test designed to structure and initiate the next…

Teachers at Briarwood High School, East Point, Georgia, are now using a computer as an aid in teaching vocational typewriting on an individualized basis. The computer displays individual students' standings and constructs individual tests. Students work at their own pace and the teacher provides help and guidance as required. (MF)

Students in an elementary algebra course use audio-cassette recordings of lecture materials to accompany their textbooks. (SD)

An examination of the role of commercially available materials in textbook form in a laboratory setting. (Author)

A program of individualized instruction used to teach in-service teachers is described. (MS)

Provides six examples of ways to individualize instruction in the areas of nutrition and consumer education. (SB)

The need for continuing education for medical laboratory workers is growing daily. To serve this need the National Committee for Careers in Medical Laboratory (NCCML) has put together 72 self-study lectures, with 600 companion slides and printed text, to help workers keep us with developments in their fields. (DS)