Studied the effects of aptitude variables on learning from programed science material preceded by three differently structured advance organizers. Concluded that the structural properties could benefit low ability fourth-grade students in developing an adequate conceptual scheme for organizing material. (CC)

A discussion of the role of task analysis in theory of instruction and theory of learning set within the broader context of theory of knowledge. (HB)

An outline of some instructional principles by which reading instruction may be analyzed. (Author/HB)

Article attempts to orient the reader to the behavioral approach and an overall perspective of the main elements that must be evaluated in preparation for formulation of a treatment program. (Author/RK)

Concludes that locus of choice is a powerful variable if properly manipulated, and that choosing only three responses in a 12-item list elevates performance to a level near that of a 12-item list in which all responses are chosen. (DS)

Part of a doctoral dissertation submitted at the University of Texas in Austin, Texas. (DS)

Research supported by a grant from the U.S. Office of Education. (DS)

Presents a wide range educational program for developing a child's individuality. (RK)

Educators are warned against trying to implement open education without first understanding and believing in the philosophical, personal, and professional roots'' from which present open education practices have sprung. Twenty-nine assumptions about children's learning and about knowledge that reflect the philosophy of most open education…

Illustrates principles of integrated elementary school programs by reference to the development of interests by one British class that commenced with a study of a redevelopment area near the school. (AL)

Several instructional agents that can be used for controlling learning situations--textbooks, films, tape recorders and mathematical apparatus, programmed instruction, and the human tutor--are examined and compared. (CK)