A description is given of a game simulation course, developed for a full year of general mathematics credit. It traces a rock-and-roll band, with each student acting as manager. Ten activities are outlined. (MNS)

Social, cultural, and personal factors in moderating achievement attributions and evaluation anxiety as they affect math performance were studied for 397 Anglo, Black, and Hispanic students. Motivation contributed to low academic achievement in all groups; causal attributions were more predictive for Blacks and Anglos, while anxiety scores were…

A study of the effects of television drama on learning of prosocial and antisocial behavior analyzes programs in terms of sex of the actor, apparent motivation for the actor's behavior, and portrayed importance of the action. Results show that the effects on viewers differ according to their sex. (EAO)

Characterizes typical training programs on "learning to think," outlines past research, and lists criteria for an aptitude-treatment interaction (ATI) study of the relationship between tasks, training methods, and student attributes. Details are given of two computerized experiments examining the different effects of algorithmic and…

Contains teaching ideas dealing with (1) using children's television knowledge to develop reading and thinking skills, (2) novels, (3) science reading, (4) developing intonation, (5) motivating reading, (6) promoting story writing, and (7) the silent "e." Reviews one book dealing with writing instruction. (FL)

Discusses using Utopian and dystopian literature in grade 11 and grade 12 English courses to help replace fright over the world's future with concern and commitment to needed action. (MM)

Arguments for and against merit pay are weighed, and merit pay's probable effects on teacher morale and motivation are discussed. Different types of programs are reviewed, including: (1) bonuses based on student or teacher performance; (2) individualized productivity plans; (3) differentiated staffing; and (4) the career ladder approach. (PP)

Describes the results of a five-year research effort directed at modifying the cognitive and affective learning strategies of military personnel involved in technical training through the Air Force Advanced Instructional System (AIS), focusing upon the modification of learners' strategies for self-control and self-management. An 18-item reference…

Questionnaires completed by third- and fourth-year Canadian university students (1980-81) illustrate some characteristics of outdoor education students: many aspire to a career in outdoor education; their academic performance is average; and they engage more in outdoor recreation activities than their peers, but have the same reasons for…

A high school student labeled "trouble maker" and "poor student" flourishes in a reading and comprehension class that encourages students to read, write, and speak on topics directly related to their individual interests. (RM)

Proposed a practical reinforcement hierarchy for classroom-based behavior modification programs. The seven-level hierarchy ranged from primitive consequences (Infantile Physical Contact and Food) through the more abstract consequences (Praise and Internal Self-Reinforcement). Suggestions were made for using the hierarchy in teacher consultation…

Reviews literature from humanistic authors that focuses on teacher and situational characteristics conducive to the transmittal of important academic material to the students, while simultaneously enhancing their growth as individuals. (Author/RC)

Contributors suggest ways to (1) motivate student reading, (2) improve reading skills in the content area classroom, and (3) communicate with parents. (FL)

Concludes that White student teachers in predominately Hispanic schools were more concerned about curriculum implementation and teaching methodology than about problems relating to cultural variation. (FL)

Patience, caring, listening, intuition, and the elements in nature--these are the raw materials of organic teaching and learning. (Author)