A mixed methods study was used to identify the effects of an online mastery-based learning resource on Teacher Candidates (TCs) in a Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) Program. Online modules assisted TCs with developing knowledge of critical elements and motor development stages (Gallahue, Ozmun, & Goodway, 2012) associated with 16…

Higher education institutions have taken to redesigning high-enrollment, introductory courses to improve student learning outcomes, student success, and degree completion. This paper presents findings from the assessment of course redesign by focusing on the case of developmental math at a large community college. The college adopted…

Described is a project designed to produce materials fostering favorable teacher attitudes and acquisition of skills needed in using mastery learning in the classroom; in addition, effects on pupil attitudes and achievement are determined when teachers use mastery learning skills acquired during the training phase of the project. (MJB)

Describes the use of microcomputer demonstrations as a motivating tool in a college psychology course that uses a mastery-based Personalized System of Instruction (PSI). The eight modules that make up the course and the 14 computer-oriented programs associated with them are explained, and an appendix includes student instructions. (eight…

Attitudes of students, faculty, and recent graduates to a self-paced, self-instructional junior-level program using learning modules were significantly positive for all groups. Faculty stressed the need for continuing support, and older students and seniors were the most positively disposed group. (MSE)