This research review indicates that gifted students spontaneously utilize self-regulatory learning strategies more frequently than nongifted students. When trained to use strategies, gifted students also use them more effectively and can transfer these strategies to novel tasks. Self-regulation measures may be useful in diagnosing giftedness, and…

The use of invented spelling in educational programs for students with deafness is described. Students use a variety of spelling strategies, such as visual, kinesthetic, sounding out, handshape in sign language, and functional spellings. Methods of encouraging risk taking in spelling are discussed, and the changing use of spelling tests is noted.…

Sixteen sixth and seventh grade students with language disorders were taught 20 vocabulary items by means of categorization and verbal rehearsal, with half of the students encouraged to use a visual imagery learning strategy. Results suggest that visual imagery may enhance verbal encoding strategies. (Author/DB)

Examined free recall of kindergartners and third and eighth graders. The use of organizational strategies, which was demonstrated by third and eight graders, led to increased performance only for eighth graders. These results suggest a phase in strategy development when production of a strategy results in little benefit in performance. (LB)

A five-step hierarchy for problem solving in mathematical word problems, called SOLVE, involves Study the problem, Organize data, Line up a plan, Verify plan, and Evaluate the match. Implementing the SOLVE strategies enables teachers to assess and teach skills needed by students with mild disabilities and improves students' success rates.…

Interviews with 60 grade 7 and 60 grade 10 teachers examined their testing practices in English, science, social studies, and mathematics. Results suggest that special education teachers need to teach adolescents with mild disabilities effective test-taking strategies and skills to enable them to cope in general education classrooms. Specific…

A study with 342 Nepalese college students suggests the structure of learning processes is similar for Nepalese, Australian, and Filipino students. Internal locus of control also appears to be a factor in adoption of learning strategies. Differences between secondary and college students and between Nepalese and Australian students are discussed.…

This study compared the effects of 2 preschool curricula (Direct Instruction and Mediated Learning) on language development of 107 children with delayed language. No main effect differences were found between programs. Higher performing students on the pretest benefited more from Direct Instruction and lower performing students gained more from…

Considers the role that students' approaches to learning play in summarizing text and learning from summarization. Discusses studies of two forms of summarization, one with the text available and one with the text removed after reading but before summarization. Reports that text-absent summarization facilitates deeper processing for students who…

Educators are discovering the importance of understanding individual student learning styles to promote effective teaching. The article discusses the learning style approach in coaching, where learning preferences are matched to coaching methods. It describes how that approach helped one high school wrestling coach develop a winning team. (SM)

Study compared the learning styles of education majors to those of other majors. Students from six majors completed the Learning Styles Inventory and Student Demographic Questionnaire. Results indicated education majors had different learning styles from mathematics and humanities majors but similar styles to business, science, and social science…

To be effective in the current rapidly changing environment, individuals need more than a knowledge base. They also need information literacy which includes techniques for exploring new information, synthesizing it, and using it in practical ways. Undergraduate education should focus on such resource-based learning directed at problem solving.…

The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools believes that programs to improve the undergraduate teaching and learning process should include an appropriate emphasis on information literacy and other resource-based learning strategies. College mission and goal statements and the accreditation process should all reflect this focus.…

A control group of 40 eighth graders completed a unit on elements and compounds. An experimental group of 42 completed concept maps on the same topic. Results of a one-tailed T test demonstrated the usefulness of concept maps as advance organizers. (KR)

Explores student assessment by portfolio approach as used in the Arts PROPEL project. Argues that the content of art knowledge is embedded in a process approach in which techniques, elements, formal analysis, and historical images can be explored. Observes that learning is an active process and teacher student interactions concerning the portfolio…