Reports an experiment in which the effectiveness of set induction" (establishing a frame of reference deliberately designed to facilitate the communicative link between the pupils and their lesson) is examined as an instructional strategy. (WY)

Describes the reaction of infants and their attention to events by actions such as vocalizing, smiling or a change in respiration rate. Suggests that understanding of infant selectivity and duration of attention should provide insight into the nature of psychological growth. (JM)

Summarizes the results of attempts to teach a young chimpanzee to use sign language, and raises questions about the uniqueness of human language. Analyzes language development in children and suggests that humans differ from nonhuman primates in the ability to analyze the environment into parts which can be manipulated in the mind, and that it is…

Presents the procedures, results, and conclusions of a study designed to assess the impact of the incorporation of set-induction procedures in teacher's instructional strategies upon pupil achievement, retention, and assessment of effective teaching. The study involved student teachers and ninth grade biology pupils. Used was the pretest-posttest…

Presents the procedures, results, and conclusions of a study designed to determine the effects of set induction upon student achievement and perception of effective teaching. (LC)

Presents the procedures, results, and conclusions of a study designed to compare the achievement of Jordanian and American pupils in grades 3-6. (LC)

Presents a general overview of various light-related findings with implications for the computer assisted learning environment. Suggests that software developed for instructional purposes incorporate color to maximize visual sensitivity and retention of information while minimizing visual fatigue. (Author/JN)

Discusses positive and negative influences of color on learning/comprehension and attention, influence of color on coding, cues, and context, and effects of color in instructional media. Indicates that although research has not shown color to benefit learning, positive affective results justify continued and even increasing use of color in…

A study of medical students at the University of Miami indicated that the students underwent major changes in their attitudes toward learning during their first year of medical school. Many students felt the need to focus exclusively on the required curriculum rather than pursuing interests for their own sake. (MLW)