A unit for teaching dictionary skills through the compilation of a slang dictionary was written with the purpose of providing an inductive learning situation. The students are to begin by defining slang usage and bringing in slang words and definitions on cards. Small groups are to be formed to evaluate the definitions and make additions. In…

Many attempts have been made to define the objectives of science. Now, in the latter part of this decade, many questions still remain unanswered. The goal of this paper is to collect information on the objectives of science education and to relate this information to the role of the classroom teacher. Educators and researchers suggest that science…

Previous research has established the existence of a differential in self-esteem between males and females. This difference is explained in terms of socialization experiences which favor the masculine role. On this basis, it was predicted that male subjects would display higher self-esteem than females in a simulated society game in which…

This is one of several short-term courses developed to assist in the training of waste water treatment plant operational personnel in the tests, measurements, and report preparation required for compliance with their NPDES Permits. This Staff Guide provides step-by-step guidelines on course planning, development and implementation involving…

This is one of several short-term courses developed to assist in the training of waste water treatment plant operational personnel in the tests, measurements, and report preparation required for compliance with their NPDES Permits. This Staff Guide provides step-by-step guidelines on course planning, development and implementation involving…

This is one of several short-term courses developed to assist in the training of waste water treatment plant operational personnel in the tests, measurements, and report preparation required for compliance with their NPDES Permits. The Student Reference Manual provides step-by-step procedures for laboratory application of equipment operating…

This guidebook is written for coaches and parents of young athletes. In six chapters the following subjects are discussed: (1) coaching roles and relationships; (2) characteristics of the young athlete; (3) teaching skills to kids; (4) shaping up for competition; (5) getting them up, not uptight; (6) manaqement of a team; (7) winning isn't…

This publication offers a catalog of movement and skill opportunities for a full range of motor, cognitive, and affective growth. It is designed for teachers responsible for directing and teaching physical education programs for children aged four through nine. The following major topics are covered: (1) insights into considerations needed when…

Teacher confusion about what reading skills to teach and how to teach them can be decreased by the use of a problem solving, questioning model for instructional decision making. The following 12 qeustions can be used as a procedure for structuring teacher observation of student performance on a daily basis. Is the skill essential to the student's…

The document is an evaluative final report on ten modules designed to teach specific instructional skills to teachers of the educable mentally retarded. The first chapter of the four-chapter report gives an overview of the study and a description of the modules. Chapter 2 explains the four-phase evaluation design: phase I, initial evaluations;…

An Assertiveness Skills program for faculty members at a major southwestern university was developed and evaluated. This paper describes the procedures used to (1) assess faculty concerns related to the interpersonal aspects of the instructional situation, (2) develop an assertiveness skills workshop series designed for university faculty,…

Intended for parents, the document focuses on dealing with the problems involved with having a learning disabled child in the home. Sections cover the parents' role, comfortable sibling relationships, guidelines for dealing with the child, strengthening the abilities of the child, coping with frustrations of the child, social expectations, and…

This self-instructive workbook focuses on the identification of a set of classification abilities related to learning. It utilizes written materials, videotapes, and students, and is supplemented by a program and support system which includes instruction, teaching experiences for practice, discussion, and individual conferences. The three major…

In order to understand learners and players in relation to environments typically found in sport, it is necessary to first understand the individual as an information processor who must sample information from the environment, interpret it, organize or select an appropriate motor response, and execute that response. One of the most difficult…

This report discusses a program to present the Teacher Advisement Training Model. This model for training teacher-advisors is based on the assumption that tentative commitment to making school a more rewarding experience for all is the first step in starting an effective program. The approach is to help teachers learn specific skills and methods…