Argues that teachers' instructional practices reflect their concepts of the reading process and that, therefore, it is important for them to operate from a sound theoretical view of reading. Suggests an interactive model and schema theory as the basis for such a theoretical view. (FL)

Discusses the theoretical and practical importance of the interaction between children and their environment. Discussions of moral dilemmas in children's literature provide a rich source of interaction that could help children clarify the basis for moral development of higher levels of moral reasoning. (Author/SDH)

Describes two models for using the Electronic Networks for Interaction (ENFI) systems in writing instruction. Identifies the aims as (1) advancing traditional interests of the English department; (2) encouraging collaborative writing; and (3) increasing student freedom. Provides examples of student writings resulting from the traditional teacher…

This paper discusses three issues facing institutions that produce distance instruction. The first section covers the retraining of students; the new cohort of distance students must be trained to be comfortable with technology, with mediated interaction, and with the new paradigm of student-centered learning. The retraining of faculty is…

One of the potential negative effects of online courses is a loss of social relationships and a loss of the sense of community that is usually present on a traditional campus. This paper presents evidence that collaborative learning strategies, which require relatively small classes or groups actively mentored by an instructor, are necessary in…