Applications of basic elements in a theory of individualized instruction to computer-assisted programs in mathematics, reading, and spelling are described and recent results obtained in an existing elementary school facility are reported. To optimize learning in computer-assisted instruction (CAI) a program model is provided in which content,…

Environmental causes of reading problems and suggested programs which principals can implement are presented. Parental attitudes and behavior, the absence of books in the homes, lack of language stimulation, nonstandard dialect, and inadequate experience opportunities are among the environmental causes mentioned. Preprimary diagnosis,…

Project "ACT" [Attendance, Career Awareness (Work Experience), and Tutorial Assistance] is basically designed to keep American Indian students involved in school by helping them to experience success in school and giving them a tangible reason for completing their education. Project objectives, which were determined from a needs…

This document explains the TUTOR language which is used by teachers to create or author lesson materials on the PLATO IV computer-based education system. After an introductory section, the second section explains how to display text and line drawings to students. The third section introduces subroutines, and it is followed by explanations of…

The instructional concept guide is part of a system developed for tutor training and support. It is primarily designed for volunteers, but it can also be adapted to the training of paraprofessional tutors for any type of adult literacy program. A key component in the system is the Tutor Support Library, consisting of Instructional Concept Guides…

This paper describes a series of experiments which indicate how different reinforcement systems affect cooperative, competitive, and individualized learning structures. Following a brief literature review of prior research, the experiments investigated (1) individual reinforcement for peer tutoring and (2) shared-group reinforcement for peer…

Schools must attempt to identify and develop those gifted young people who, because of environment and background, are faced with limited opportunities for achievement. At Hunter College High School, New York City, a program was instituted in which"disadvantaged, but potentially gifted" students made up 25% of each entering seventh-grade class.…

Children from low-income, ghetto, and minority groups tend to display a low level of performance in school and evaluated themselves as worse than most students on their school performance. This study examines the impact of self-concept on academic achievement. It was hypothesized that: (1) reinforcement of behaviors important to academic success…

An experimental course in organic chemistry utilized computer-assisted instructional (CAI) techniques. The CAI lessons provided tutorial drill and practice and simulated experiments and reactions. The Conversational Language for Instruction and Computing was used, along with a CDC 6400-6600 system; students scheduled and completed the lessons at…

This content analysis schedule for the Bilingual Education Program, Adelante, of St. Helena, California, presents information on the history, funding, and scope of the project in its second year. Included are sociolinguistic process variables such as the native and dominant languages of students and their interaction. Information is provided on…

This content analysis schedule for the Early Childhood Bilingual Education Program of Sacramento, California, presents information on the history, funding, and scope of the project in its second year. Included are sociolinguistic process variables such as the native and dominant languages of students and their interaction. Information is provided…

This content analysis schedule for the Phoenix Union Bilingual Program of Phoenix, Arizona, presents information on the history, funding, and scope of the project in its third year. Included are sociolinguistic process variables such as the native and dominant languages of students and their interaction. Information is provided on staff selection…

This content analysis schedule for Project Catch-Up in Zapata, Texas, presents information on the history, funding, and scope of the project. Included are sociolinguistic process variables such as the native and dominant languages of students and their interaction. Information is provided on staff selection and the linguistic background of project…

This content analysis schedule for BICEP Intercambio de la Cultura (San Bernardino, California), presents information on the history, funding, and scope of the project. Included are sociolinguistic process variables such as the native and dominant languages of students and their interaction. Information is provided on staff selection and the…

This content analysis schedule for the Bilingual Program of Laredo, Texas, presents information on the history, funding, and scope of the project. Included are sociolinguistic process variables such as the native and dominant languages of students and their interaction. Information is provided on staff selection and the linguistic background of…