On the basis of test results, high school background and degree objective, 25% of the 1970 freshman class at the City College of New York was assigned to a remedial math course. Students retested after 1 semester of remediation showed significant improvement, as compared to a control group who did not take a remedial math course. First semester…

This survey of remedial or developmental mathematics programs is based on useable responses from 98 community-junior colleges during the fall and winter of 1969. Of the 185 schools originally contacted, 42 specifically indicated no such program, and only six questioned their appropriateness. The most often indicated reasons for the existance of…

To compare the effectiveness of an experimental correlated, combined aural-visual remedial reading instructional approach with that of a conventional, predominately visual approach, 90 adolescent retarded readers (age 14 to 16 years, IQ 92 to 114, reading grade levels 7 to 9) were classified according to their sensory modality learning preferences…

Students enrolled in college remedial English courses typically profit little from them. Improved instruction through the use of innovative teaching techniques was viewed as a possible solution to the problem. Following a review of pertinent learning theory, some examples of current innovative ideas and techniques aimed at improving instruction…

The selected bibliography provides information on approximately 500 math materials appropriate for students from preschool through high school. Emphasized are manipulative aids, kits, and prepackaged programs. Materials are listed alphabetically by publisher within the following categories: activity cards, audio aids, charts, diagnostic aids,…

The book is intended to assist persons using the Illinois Test of Psycholinguistic Abilities (ITPA) to interpret test results and organize remedial programs for students with psycholinguistic learning disabilities. The concept of learning disabilities is discussed and the development and meaning of the 12 ITPA subtests are explained. Selected…

No great changes can occur in English curricula until there are significant changes in form. This review stresses the shaping of curricula to the student rather than the student to the curricula. Remedial English and individualized instruction are specifically discussed. The most serious consequence of misunderstanding in remedial English is the…

The purpose of this book is to provide the reader with an overall view of the terms, people, and studies involved in the evaluation of dyslexic children. The topics discussed in the nine chapters are: "Introduction to Learning Disorders for the Ophthalmologist," by Jack Hartstein; "Interdisciplinary Approach to the Diagnosis of Reading Problems,"…

A major problem in higher education today is that of providing educational programs for students of diversified educational backgrounds. One possible solution is to use the systems approach in the basic studies of general education to provide instructional patterns that can be accommodated to the individual needs of all students. This study set…

Describes a combined mathematics-science course offered to slow learners and taught by teams of three teachers. (IRT)

Three questions are explored: (1) what are the minimal mathematical skills; (2) what determines minimal competency; (3) how should competence be measured. Seven recommendations relating to these questions are given. (MP)

Describes the Florida Educational Accountability Act of 1976. The purpose of the act is to validate the high school diploma, thereby improving the quality of public education and eliminating the continued need for social promotion. (Author/MLF)

The authors analyze student work in solving linear equations, categorize and discuss typical errors, and present resulting implications on instruction. (MN)

Examines the underlying causes of the failure of writing courses for skills-deficient students, especially as they relate to composition texts and teaching methods based on them, and suggests new approaches. (DD)