This instructional package is one of two designed for low reader students (those reading at a 3-6 grade level) in the vocational area of building maintenance and engineering. The forty-six learning modules are organized into three units: floor care; general maintenance tasks; and restrooms. Each module includes these elements: a performance…

This module provides readers who are not familiar with Puerto Ricans with information regarding certain Puerto Rican mores which seem outstanding to people of Anglo-Saxon background. Pre- and postassessment tests, a bibliography, learning alternative strategies, and a narrative concerning Puerto Ricans and their mores are presented. (MJM)

The unit of individualized learning activities is designed to provide training in the job skill, lubrication, for the prospective auto mechanic service specialist. The materials in the unit are divided into two sections. The developmental, or preliminary phase, for use by the instructor, includes brief descriptions of the job and of the student…

This teaching module concerns vocabulary as it relates to reading comprehension. Development of an extensive and accurate reading vocabulary is deemed essential for good comprehension. While most children have little trouble with concepts and vocabulary necessary for beginning reading (unless they speak a language which is not of the dominant…

The purpose of this teaching module is to examine materials and methods in the area of reading instruction. Upon completion of the module, participants should be able to (a) explain and give an example of a published program for seven approaches to beginning reading, (b) evaluate four published reading programs, and (c) state which approach they…

The introduction of this teaching module states that successful construction and implementation of a reading curriculum which meets and satisfies the growth potential of individual students depends on the teacher's ability to assess individual needs. The Individual Reading Inventory (IRI) provides a diagnostic framework for integrating and…

The introduction to this teaching module states that mounting research evidence supports the linguistic and academic benefits of early instruction through the vernacular, based on the premise that non-English speaking students who learn to read in the vernacular (and accelerate their conceptual development in their mother tongue as they learn…

Decatur High School in Federal Way, Washington, initiated Project 80, a long-range effort designed to individualize and improve the educational process by using research, technology, and scientific management systems to free teachers to personalize education for learners. Starting in 1969 a three year Elementary and Secondary Education Act Title…

Developed as a second level option to follow an introductory course in marketing and distribution, or as an advanced course in continuing education, this guide outlines principles and practices needed by persons who wish to enter the field of advertising services or for individuals who desire to upgrade their skills in this area. The content,…

Describes seven strategies used to make CEEP modules readable and appealing to students. These include involving classroom teachers in writing the modules, early analysis of word- and concept-levels, and using a list of familiar words in editing the modules. (MA)

The two modules in this packet provide information on planning for workplace success. The first module, "Planning MAS-107," contains seven units that cover introduction to planning, developing plans, setting goals, budgeting resources, scheduling, monitoring implementation, and how to make planning work. The module also includes a list of 18…

Developed by educators from the Emily Griffith Opportunity School, this teacher's guide presents a course in health care vocabulary for secretaries, medical records personnel, laboratory assistants, shipping personnel, and patient relations personnel in health care facilities. The course, which should require 10-14 hours of instruction, contains…

Developed by educators from the Emily Griffith Opportunity School, this teacher's guide presents an 8-hour course in writing for police officers. The course is designed to help officers improve the accuracy and appearances of their reports and to help them take responsibility for becoming more independent writers. Each of the four lessons in the…

This report contains four learning modules designed to support a range of objectives that include increasing technological literacy, and improving written and verbal communication skills, psychomotor skills, computational skills, geometry, analysis, problem solving, and other critical thinking skills. The activities described in each module…

An individualized learning package provides step-by-step instruction in the fundamentals of the etching process. Thirteen specific behavioral objectives are listed. A pretest, consisting of matching 15 etching terms with their definitions, is provided along with an answer key. The remainder of the learning package teaches the 13 steps of the…