Because of perceived advantages, simulations are increasingly being used for performance-based training. This is a review of computer simulation as a learning tool, and its application within the context of disaster preparedness. Concepts from established learning theory are examined and research verifiable by empirical data is referenced. To…

The intent of this paper is to present a case study in discovery learning using a chronological, narrative history book. (Author)

Description of a general model of teaching which emphasizes certain inherent, fundamental tasks and constraints, and a review of literature related to the model and to open education attempt to increase understanding of what the class-room is and what reform of the classroom entails. (Author/KM)

Discusses the importance of the good noninnovative'' high school in the educational system. (Author/DN)

Discusses theories and innovations that have developed the content of industrial arts on the secondary school level. Program name, program administrator, and his address are given for 26 innovative programs. (GB)

This article discusses recent findings from descriptive research on the teaching of reading. Teaching practices that appear to have a strong effect on learner comprehension are identified, and implications of findings for inservice teachers and for teacher educators are discussed. (Authors/CJ)

Groups of community health nurses were taught physical examination skills by two methods: self-study and lecture/laboratory practice. Because the latter produced significantly better posttest scores, it was concluded that self-study is appropriate for teaching the content, while laboratory practice is best for teaching the skills. (SK)

Differences in student learning achievement and retention in a college statistics course taught in various teaching/learning environments are described. Students experiencing computer-aided instruction accompanied by planned teacher/student contacts performed significantly better than students experiencing any of several other environments.…

Compared attitudes of students enrolled in traditional and nontraditional programs in Black universities regarding: (1) stringency of academic requirements; (2) knowledge acquired; (3) program flexibility; (4) immediate and projected value (personal and financial) of schooling; (5) attractiveness of nontraditional approach to traditional students;…

Examines the effect of three types of school environment (informal, intermediate, and formal) on changes in figural creativity over a school year for first- and second-grade children. (Author/RH)

Two educators express their opinions on the relative merits of a traditional English curriculum v one that includes popular culture. (RL)

In two Chicago high schools, students taking the traditional 40-week course in United States history were compared to students taking 4 10-week minicourses. No significant differences were found in learning or student attitudes. (SJL)

Average and poor writers were given taped handwriting lessons in one of four combinations of instructional methods: relaxation-suggestion, traditional instruction (Noble's handwriting series), a combination of the two, and relaxation only. The average and poor writers responded differently to the four methods. (SJL)