Argues that transformational grammar supplies an adequate theoretical model with explanatory power; all that is needed is that the language teacher take a long, hard look at transformational theory. (VM)

Describes techniques which enable high school teachers to use German in their classes as a means of communication and not just as an abstract problem for students to master. Covers using different media techniques, students as teachers, different approaches to the textbook, culture materials, and oral interview tests. (EKN)

A general analysis of the learning process precedes the discussion of a teaching model designed to provide effective control of the process of attaining knowledge. Features of the model discussed include preliminary knowledge, motivation, presentation and activities, feedback, and planning the assimilation process of a complete subject. A 21-item…

Suggests that future teachers need to develop self-analysis skills before their internships and actual teaching experiences. Offers a model of peer teaching and evaluation that helps teacher education students develop such skills. (RL)

This analysis of the assimilation of Beeby's model into educational literature surveys two main areas: the development of comparative education; and the stages of growth of primary education systems and the training of teachers. (JN)

Teachers are in constant search of new and better methods for bringing learning experiences to their students. A model to assist the teacher in selecting different classroom teaching methods defines the purpose of schooling, the learning process, and the learner and selects an appropriate and compatible teaching method. (JN)

Described is a model for planning and conducting an investigation designed to teach science process skills. Use of this model illustrates the generalizability of process skills and facilitates their inclusion in novel curriculum areas and beyond the classroom. (DS)

Describes the Women's Action Alliance Non-Sexist Child Development Project designed to help parents, teachers, aides and school administrators combat sex role stereotyping in the preschool classroom. (BF/JH)

This report describes implementation of the Combined Classroom Model to serve 28 students, including 3 with emotional/behavioral disorders (EBD) and 6 with learning disabilities. Staff included a general education teacher, a resource teacher, and three teaching assistants. Evaluation data indicated reduced problem behavior by EBD students and…

Describes two federally funded projects designed to meet the demand for teachers who are trained to work with students with visual impairments. Collaboration between universities and school districts allowed 24 teacher participants to attend traditional on-campus programs two days a week while working in their local school districts three days a…

Contends that the American education system needs to abandon the current trend toward holding, sorting, and indoctrinating students to be workers and consumers, an inherently antidemocratic education model. Suggests that education's highest priority should be education for active citizenry in a democratic society. Presents and analyzes John…

Discussion of personnel preparation in autism spectrum disorders considers areas of concern including the current teacher shortage and attrition among special education teachers, noncategorical versus categorical teacher training, lack of scope and depth of most autism training models, clashes in theoretical orientations, and interactions with…