Author criticizes correct practices, outlines his own philosophy of education, and proposes a new program involving curricular and administrative reorganization. (SP)

The new trend in physical education calls for an individualized, child-centered program that enables each boy and girl to explore movement in many situations. (Author)

This report summarizes the principal comments with regard to equipment for tutorial teaching from the conference on Individualizing Foreign Language Instruction held May 4-7, 1971, at Stanford University, Stanford, California. (DS)

A review of current theories and practices launched in the name of succor for learning disabilities." (RA)

Homework, like grandmother's spring tonic, is a useless and hated ritual that is continued only because everyone seems to expect it. The best way to make homework enriching and personal is to prepare idea cards for each study unit, allowing each student to select a suitable project. (SJL)

The use of heart rate measurement to aid in the design of individualized exercise programs is suggested. (LH)

Twenty-one steps to aid in curriculum development are outlined, including reading or rereading assessment reports developed by teachers or other professionals; knowing the home, school, and community music resources; and determining and teaching prerequisite skills. Journal availability: National Association for Music Therapy, Inc., P O. Box 610,…

The educational experiences of students result from the prescribing of resources and activities. Available resources and activities are referred to as learning alternatives. Alternatives help to promote the learning of concepts, themes, topics, and skills and to clarify values, interests, attitudes, and personal goals. (Author)

Examines three aspects of individualized reading instruction programs and concludes that, although individual programs vary greatly, every child needs personal attention to progress and grow in ability to read. (JM)