The author investigates the meaning of the ambiguous term "new math" in the light of past developments in teaching theories, media, and content. (MN)

This is the second of a two-part article on the controversy over hand-held calculators in the classroom. The first portion considered the pros and cons of the issue (AA 526 915) Here the author points out the possible effective uses for the calculator and suggests guidelines for those who wish to incorporate it into their classroom approaches.…

Slides can be used in the foreign language classroom as a free conversation stimulus, for vocabulary building and grammar exercises as well as in composition, culture, and literature. No more than ten slides should be used. Students should participate fully, not merely listen to the teacher's monologue. (CFM)

Describes the following instructional aids for French: (1) a word study kit; (2) a set of language arts fascicles; (3) bilingual French-Creole cartoons illustrating Creole folk tales; and (4) a collection of 13 bilingual French-Creole folk tales. These may be used in teaching French as a native or second language. (Text is in French.) (AM)

An alternative approach to traditional listening skills, pretraining programs, and a review of literature explore the effectiveness of different ways of presenting materials for aural study to be used by visually handicapped adults. (Author/MH)

Described is an interdisciplinary approach which provides pre-service teachers of deaf and hard of hearing students with the opportunity to learn media concepts and skills and translate them directly into practice. (CL)

Science activities and laboratory techniques suggested by contributors for use in the middle school are provided. (CP)

Presents overview of this special issue focusing on the field of educational technology. Highlights include the nature of technology and social values; the effects of technology on curriculum and education; differences between educational and performance technology; the training of educational technologists; and trends shaping education now and in…

Contends that the "Alliance for Excellence: Librarians Respond to a Nation at Risk" report contains information which can be useful for improving social studies instruction. Denotes special attention to the need for quality elementary and secondary school library services and suggests social studies teachers can recommend current…

Shows how "3-2-1 Contact," a public television science series, was applied to social studies instruction, identifying "Sesame Street" and "Square One TV" as additional educational resources produced by Children's Television Workshop. Lists classroom materials available for use with CTW programs, states U.S. copyright…

Examines different ways of using computer-aided learning for language arts instruction, focusing on the underlying assumptions about learning and teaching. Asserts that in order to help students become more effective and independent learners, teachers must actively examine the underlying assumptions of using computers for learning. (MM)

Describes a San Diego Community College course on teaching techniques for vocational instructors. The course features six teaching competencies: (1) organizing course content, (2) using various instructional delivery techniques, (3) understanding the adult learning process, (4) using instructional media, (5) giving effective tests, and (6)…

Describes a program in which classroom reading teachers learned a simple analytical approach to creating computer programs for their own use. (CRH)

Compares computer learning and language learning and how a student's thoughts are shaped by each; also details what a teacher's responsibilities may be in using computers in English instruction by reviewing current literature. (CRH)

Provided is an annotated listing of sound filmstrip programs and 16mm films for teaching social studies at the intermediate and secondary levels. Specific topics include money; interest rates; disarmament; and the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of the US government. (RM)