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Download full textEvers, Nancy A. – 1974
In this study, data were collected from 163 Instruction and Research (I&R) Units from 45 elementary multiunit schools (MUS) in 12 different states to determine the relationships between I&R unit effectiveness and unit member compatibility, unit leader's behavior, and the level of task structure as perceived by the unit members. The instrument…
Descriptors: Behavior, Group Behavior, Leadership, Leadership Qualities
Peer reviewedRomberg, Thomas A. – Journal of Teacher Education, 1976
The availability of adequate curriculum materials that help professional staffs plan and implement instructional programs suitable for each student makes the difference in whether or not IGE works. (MM)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Individualized Instruction, Instructional Materials, Instructional Programs
Nerlinger, Constance M. – 1975
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationships of the Instructional Improvement Committee's (IIC) involvement in decision making, the representation of teachers on the IIC, and the effectiveness of the Instruction and Research (I&R) Unit in Individually Guided Education/Multiunit Elementary (IGE/MUS-E) schools. The theoretical base for…
Descriptors: Decision Making, Educational Innovation, Elementary Education, Instructional Improvement
Peer reviewedSorenson, Juanita S.; And Others – Journal of Teacher Education, 1976
A set of personal and academic qualities has been identified for unit leaders in IGE programs so that they might better assume the role of educational decision-makers. (MM)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Elementary School Teachers, Leaders, Leadership Qualities
Peer reviewedWiersma, William – Journal of Teacher Education, 1976
In IGE programs, evaluation takes place at all levels, but ultimately is directed at enhancing instructional effectiveness. (MM)
Descriptors: Educational Assessment, Educational Objectives, Evaluation Methods, Instructional Programs
Kawleski, Sandra Jane – 1977
The purpose of this study was to observe and describe the functions, processes, and relationships of shared decision-making in the Instruction and Research (I & R) units of multiunit Individually Guided Education (IGE) elementary schools. Data for the study were gathered through interviews and observations of 16 I & R units at 8 IGE…
Descriptors: Decision Making, Elementary Education, Group Dynamics, Individualized Instruction
Peer reviewedKlausmeier, Herbert J. – Journal of Teacher Education, 1976
This article provides a brief introduction to IGE and indicates how teacher educators may contribute to the reform and renewal of education with IGE as a focus. (MM)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Educational Environment, Educational History, Educational Improvement
Peer reviewedLipham, James M. – Journal of Teacher Education, 1976
Fulfilling the role as principal of an IGE School requires the understanding and skills necessary to initiate, manage, and sustain the educational change process. (MM)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Educational Change, Educational Innovation, Educational Research
Peer reviewedSandberg, Nancy; And Others – Journal of Teacher Education, 1976
The role of the unit leader in IGE programs is examined, and recommendations are made for general courses and workshops to develop leadership characteristics in the prospective unit leaders. (MM)
Descriptors: Graduate Study, Leaders, Leadership Qualities, Leadership Responsibility
Education Digest: Essential Readings Condensed for Quick Review, 1973
IGE, a new form of elementary school organization, has been revolutionizing U. S. classrooms. Its success has been attributed to a format that trys different kinds of teaching methods, techniques, and strategies with a single end - to develop the individual on his terms. (Author/RK)
Descriptors: Educational Development, Educational Improvement, Educational Innovation, Individualized Instruction
Peer reviewedBechtol, William M.; And Others – Journal of Teacher Education, 1976
Teachers in IGE should emphasize and explain the goals, instructional objectives, and philosophy of the unit team. (MM)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Elementary School Teachers, Individual Differences, Interpersonal Relationship
Peer reviewedLins, L. Joseph; Krupa, Walter E. – Journal of Teacher Education, 1976
Local schools, teacher education institutions, and other state agencies have recognized the advantages of the network concept and have moved toward relying on the state IGE network structures. (MM)
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Educational Change, Educational Improvement, Elementary Schools
Melvin, Mary Pauline – 1976
This study was conducted to determine how instructional programming for individual students has been implemented to provide effective learning environments for elementary school students. The focus was on the processes and procedures used to achieve objectives of the Instructional Programming Model (IPM). A related purpose was to study the…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary Schools, Individual Instruction, Individualized Instruction
