In this essay, I argue that the traditional view of teaching, that the teacher's responsibility is to present information that students are solely responsible for learning, has been rendered untenable by cognitive science research in learning. The teacher can have a powerful effect on student learning by teaching not only content, but how to…

In this regular feature of "Educational Technology," Michael F. Shaughnessy and Susan M. Fulgham present their interview with Ryan Watkins, Associate Professor of Educational Technology at the George Washington University and the author of 10 books and more than 95 articles. In this interview, Watkins discusses the following topics:…

Drawing on concepts of learning as socially situated within communities of practice and of literacy as social practice (the New Literacy Studies), this paper seeks to explore the assessment practices of a part-time teacher training course for teachers working in the post-compulsory education and training sector. This paper argues that the ways in…

In this conceptual analysis, the term study skill was used to denote a field of inquiry or a group of phenomena. The basis for the meaning given to the term was the understanding of the common meaning of skill modified by the word study. The term skill refers to the activity by which a task is performed. Further it refers to the quality of that…

Discusses the library's role in teaching users the skills that will help them learn from their reading. (FM)

Study skills are essential learned abilities for acquiring knowledge or competence. This article discusses approaches to teaching study skills and describes a specific study skills program. (Author/LD)

The counselor, functioning in the classroom, can help middle-level students learn efficient study techniques. This article discusses developmental guidance and describes a five session study skills workshop that counselors can conduct in the classroom. Sample materials are included. (Author/WD)

Techniques for reducing test anxiety include fostering study skills, reducing competition, using tests to meet a variety of needs, providing feedback, optimizing the test environment, setting realistic goals, and explaining the testing process. (SK)

Research on study techniques indicates that any study technique can help if it enables students to process the right information in the right way. Students often have to be carefully trained to use a technique to advantage. Guidelines are provided. (Author/MLF)

Because vocational students need to be able to read, visualize, and follow directions on the job, teaching them how to read and understand a textbook gives them a vital skill they can practice while acquiring technical skills. (SK)

Discusses procedures for applying journal writing to learning study skills. Focuses on conditions for learning; offers guidelines for teachers in getting started and providing feedback; discusses typical student reactions; and lists the advantages of using journals for self-monitoring and communication. (DMM)

Differentiates among learning to study, teaching study skills, and helping people learn how to learn. Concentrates on learning to learn--a developmental process in which people's conceptions of learning evolve--and describes strategies for helping students learn how to learn to change their approaches to study tasks. (JOW)

Describes the sound study habits to be developed by all successful students. Provides a study guide aimed at improving student study skills. Lists and explains numerous skills that can be taught and developed. (HB)

Outlines the history of study skills, a subject that has changed little in the last century, and discusses the present state of study skills and how to teach them. Describes the hm Study Skills Program, which incorporates seven important values into a coordinated continuous plan. (Author/WD)

Argues that learning can be addressed as a discrete topic. Discusses learning styles and barriers to learning. (JOW)