A model of the teaching-learning environment, based on cognitive-constructivist theories of learning, is presented. The model consists of three dimensions. Dimension One (Opportunity for Constructivist Activity) represents the proportion of teaching-learning activity that is directed to encouraging self-reflection, mobilization of individual…

This study investigated the level of use of videodisks and interactive video for industrial training purposes in northeastern Ohio. The study involved a mail survey which went out to 50 industry trainers in northeastern Ohio to determine their use of videodisks and interactive video; the study yielded a 42% response rate. Conclusions drawn from…

This document consists of the four issues of the "IACD Quarterly" published in 1992. Articles in this volume include: (1) "A Multicultural Approach to Assertiveness Training" (Wilma Henry and Mary Ann Jones); (2) "Life-Skills: Research and Application" (Michael Illovsky); (3) "'A Model for Grief Counseling:…

Developmental research, as opposed to simple instructional development, has been defined as the systematic study of designing, developing, and evaluating instructional programs, processes, and products that must meet criteria of internal consistency and effectiveness. Developmental research is particularly important in the field of instructional…

Mathematics learning and practice in school and out of school differ in some significant ways which are explained by the fact that: (1) problem in everyday situations are embedded in real contexts that are meaningful to the problem solver; and (2) the mathematics used outside school is a tool in the service of some broader goal. This paper…

This resource guide was compiled to provide information about including learners with severe disabilities in general education classes and school community life. The guide includes resources about successful inclusive education models and strategies, as well as materials that provide a sound rationale and empirical support for inclusion. The…

The purpose of this research is to demonstrate that a systematic approach to the graphical analysis of Rasch model residuals can lead to an increased understanding of ordered response data, and that residual patterns do change in predictable ways, and that summary statistics need not be the only piece of evidence for assuring the fit between model…

Varied aspects of Swedish Distance Education are described in this report, which is based primarily on an evaluation that analyzed student background, study problems, student use of and attitudes towards distance aids, study results, and the psychological consequences of distance education. Emphasis is on an investigation of distance education…

Through instruction in synaptic linking--the process of relating ideas and information to produce expanded interpretations and new constructs--teachers provide students with a model for answering higher level questions about their reading material. Presenting a carefully planned sequence of reading comprehension questions that require skills…

Instructors' knowledge of linguistics can affect the way they teach writing. For example, in traditional linguistics, O. Jespersen's important contribution is his descriptive rather than prescriptive study of English in a historical context. Writing teachers influenced by Jespersen will place students in writing situations where they do not rely…

This study assessed the effect of type of counselor training program on 92 counselor students' verbal behavior change. A lecture presentation, lecture and reading, and lecture, reading and modeling programs were compared. Results show that lecture presentation and lecture plus reading produced significant increases of verbal behavior compared to…

Peer teaching models and issues and problems that may confront the instructor are reviewed with the conclusion that peer teaching, best used in conjunction with other methods, had potential for both student "teacher" and "learner." Strengths are in active participation and development of cooperation and social interaction skills. (Editor/JT)

The discipline of American Studies is defined in terms of its theory, methodology and content; and a model course for American Studies is presented which is oriented toward general education studies at the lower division level. (Author/NHM)