The development of set theory concepts in the early grades is stressed. Examples of set concepts and language essential to other topics in mathematics are discussed. (JP)

The authors discuss causes and factors related to low school achievement of black children of average intelligence. (RP)

An air temperature of 68 to 74 degrees Fahrenheit is ideal for most learning situations, particularly in reading and mathematics. (Author/MLF)

Schools and colleges should arrange for the participation of all members of staff in decisionmaking about the choice of resources, in the management of these resources, and in the consideration of innovative ideas. (Author)

Children (N=45), who had failed to attain criterion on three tests of linear order, were trained under one of three conditions: reciprocity, reversibility, and discrimination. Under all three conditions children demonstrated learning during training and significant specific transfer effects; reversibility training led to generalized transfer to…

In this article some problems, such as the tests employed to assess motivation, are considered together with suggestions for developing an instrument more in accordance with the achievement motivation theory as represented by the McClelland-Atkinson tradition. (Author/RK)

The term experience'' has been used by developmental psychologists to refer both to effects of environmental stimulation and to opportunity for the acquisition of a particular behavior. Differing conceptions of the role of experience and their consequences for various issues in the field are discussed. (ST)

The existence of inductive and deductive learning styles and their effect on mathematics achievement were investigated. No significant difference in achievement was found between students identified as having inductive or deductive learning styles, on materials which were classified as inductive or deductive learning programs. (DT)

Discusses the value of knowledge and the effects of failing to value knowledge. (Author/RK)