Analyzes the information processing requirements of two different forms of job-related reading: "reading to do" and "reading to learn." Breaks down the component skills of reading into a seven-point taxonomy, which is then used to describe how information processing differs in the two forms of reading. (FL)

New knowledge on the evolution of the brain helps to explain human behavior and learning patterns. Threat is implicit in our school system, according to the author, and this atmosphere severely inhibits full use of the New Mammalian brain. (Author/WD)

Discusses the use of cognitive explanations in attempting to account for linguistic regularities in language acquisition. Theories are discussed concerning first and second language acquisition. The developmental theory of Piaget is outlined along with its application to the cognitive theories of language acquisition. (PJM)

Three basic types of motivational theories present in the literature are reviewed and combined to form a conceptual scheme useful to the adult educator. This consolidated theory allows learning experiences to be based on a more consistent set of assumptions about the nature of nontraditional adult students. (MSE)

Proposes a conceptual framework for considering the development of human resources in an overseas context. This approach is termed "transfer of technology." Its objective is to encourage companies operating overseas which are responsible for developing client human resources to look at the process from a perspective other than just…

Identifies the constructive elements of learning and teaching that can be employed in cooperative education programs. Work experience can enhance student motivation and confidence; help clarify goals; and provide reinforcement, rewards, and opportunities for practicing desired learning behaviors. (SK)

Social context, reinforcement patterns, and cue salience are examined in field dependent and field independent learners to provide an overview of learner analysis research dealing with cognitive styles. Instructional designers are asked to investigate equivalent alternate forms of instruction for these two polar groups. Nine references are listed.…

Although it has been suggested that sleep, and particularly REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, plays an important role in information processing, this study found no relationship between any aspect of sleep, in particular time of arousal during the week and on weekends, and academic performance. (MLW)

Describes four studies of the effects of adult mediation on children's understanding of television. These include the effect of teacher mediation on children's learning; adult mediation effects on children's social attitudes and behavior; the effect of mediation on the impact of television violence; and the effectiveness of televised "spots" as…

Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children-Revised (WISC-R) protocols of 55 children (5 to 17 years old) referred for academic problems were examined using a factor-score approach in terms of clusters of subtests hypothesized to reflect functional differences in learning styles. (Author/SBH)

The effects of subsequent related information and cognitive flexibility on prose recall were studied. Subjects read a passage; then were given either consistent or contradictory information. Errors in cued recall, reflecting the subsequent information, were more frequently produced after a three-week delay than after two days. (Author/GDC)

Studies relating time (in four ranges--years, days, hours, and minutes) to educational outcomes are reviewed. The need to include time as one factor in a theory of educational productivity is discussed. (Author/JD)

Provides a checklist that considers "learnability" factors as well as "understandability" factors to use as an alternative to readability formulas. (MKM)

The article provides a rationale for the consideration of the processing differences of exceptional learners and discusses how these differences influence the development of the skills necessary for normal school achievement. (PHR)

A framework for using and changing concepts in the study of science is described. (JD)