The author discusses the benefits of modeling (simulated experience where actual situations are reduced to manageable outcomes) and provides examples of how industrial arts educators can use modeling as a practical method of instruction. (JOW)

The authors present a suggested content outline for the structuring of a program in materials and processes technology. They also discuss program rationale, content structure, and program goals. (CT)

The postindustrial society will be based on the employment of advanced technology, which should become an increasingly important area of study for the school curriculum. (Author)

A study was conducted to identify and validate communication technology competencies needed by industrial arts teachers in Virginia. Seventy-two tasks were identified as vital for teacher education programs in communication. (LRA)

Provides the teacher with a guide to an alternative approach for the study of production technology--the production cycle. This approach helps prepare students to live in an advancing technological society by presenting the concepts associated with the study of industry, such as mass production and production technology. (Editor)

Presents a rationale for including the study of communication technology as a part of the general education process in industrial arts. Analyzes communication technology and suggests methods of implementing the technology in industrial arts. (CSS)

The state of Virginia approach to the development and implementation of competency-based instruction in industrial arts programs is outlined. Development of various activities is described: position paper, curriculum research project, and industrial arts catalogs research project. Figures illustrate the details of each area. (CT)

After tracing the evolving concept of production technology during the past century the authors define its divisions as construction, manufacturing, and processing, and talk about recent developments in the field, with implications for education. (MF)

An interdisciplinary approach to the teaching of industrial arts, home economics, and art is being developed at Cox Landing Junior High School, Huntington, West Virginia, through the designing of a unified arts guide. The needs of the early adolescent are emphasized. (LH)

Studies have shown middle grade learners to differ in needs from the elementary and high school learners. By incorporating subject areas, an interdisciplinary or "unified" approach in teaching will make learning a more meaningful experience. (Editor)

Four competency catalogs of tasks for industrial arts programs are presented. These include catalogs in Exploring Technology, Modern Industry, Construction, and Manufacturing. The purpose of each catalog is to establish a basis for program content selection and criterion levels from which one may measure to see if individual learners have achieved…

To develop a plan for competency based industrial arts curriculum in Virginia, three objectives were set: (1) to survey competency based curriculum developments in other states and prepare a catalog format; (2) to plan and coordinate a competency based curriculum planning conference; and (3) to specify procedures for completing catalogs for…

This document--intended to help technology education teachers plan their classroom curriculum for secondary school and college students--contains units on getting to know technology; problem solving; systems and subsystems; how technology affects people and the environment; controlling technological systems; how resources are processed by…

This document--intended to help technology education teachers plan their classroom curriculum for secondary school and college students--contains units on satellite communication, the nature and properties of engineering materials, careers in technology, new developments in printing, composite materials, ceramics, ceramic materials, and personal…

This document--intended to help technology education teachers plan their classroom curriculum for secondary school and college students--contains units on exploring high-impact technology, microcomputers as technological tools, integrated manufacturing systems (the future of design and production), the role of robotics in integrated manufacturing…