The human cognitive system possesses a finite processing capacity, which is split into channels for various modalities, and learning can be inhibited if any of the cognitive channels is overloaded. However, although the amount of e-learning materials is increasing steadily, the design of instructional material has been largely based on intuition…

The chapters in "Explorations in Second Language Reading" reveal the importance of reading in the classroom and how instructors can use reading as a bridge to improve learners' other linguistic and interpersonal skills. Most significantly, each author prompts us to rediscover how enjoyable ESOL reading can be and how it can increase learner…

A human anatomy teacher-scholar is a scholar whose area of expertise includes content knowledge of the anatomical sciences (gross anatomy, histology, embryology, and/or neuroanatomy) and whose research interests and focus are centered in medical educational outcomes. The projects described in this dissertation represent endeavors I engaged in to…

Article focuses on relevance-control checks, which test the linkages between one stage of the development and the next in self-instructional packages. (HB)

The author covers photography and recording techniques for the production phase of a slide-tape program. (Author/HB)

This article discusses the construction and use of a slide/tape programer that is simple to build and use, costs a fraction of the cheapest commercial models, and can be used with any tape recorder/player. (Author)

A discussion of learner verification and revision, which attempts to provide student input into the final design of instructional materials. (HB)

A discussion of why properly planned, built-in communication support for development programs have been neglected. (Author)

A PAPER PRESENTED AT A TWO-PART CONFERENCE ON PLANNING AND OPERATING LANGUAGE LABORATORIES WAS REPORTED. THE TOPIC OF THE PAPER WAS THE PREPARATION AND USE OF LABORATORY MATERIALS. DISCUSSIONS WERE INCLUDED ON (1) THE NEED FOR MATERIALS, (2) CHARACTERISTICS OF GOOD MATERIALS, (3) CONTENT OF MATERIAL, (4) ACTIVE PARTICIPATION OF STUDENTS, (5) USE…

The document reports the activities involved in the compilation of career resource guides suitable for adult use. In 1974-75 the following tasks were accomplished in relation to previous survey activities: (1) additional career materials were reviewed for the publication "Resources: Recommendations for Adult Career Education Resources, and…

Application of the programing process to the production of instructional games is described in seven steps: task analysis and specification of objectives, design of criterion measures, designing the game, editing, developmental testing, validation testing, and developing the instruction manual. (LS)

The systematic approach to teaching provides a method for the functional organization and development of instruction. This method applies to preparation of materials for classroom use, as well as for print and non-print media. Inputs to the systems approach include well defined objectives, analysis of the intended audience, special criteria…

Instructional materials development in agricultural education is part of the role of the faculty in the Agricultural Education Program Area at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. The bases for instructional materials development must relate to the curriculum. Curriculum development is a moving circular process involving horizontal…