Age, gender, and/or previous experience seem to be related to the performance/learning of new perceptual motor tasks. This study sought to determine the relative interrelationships of age, gender, and the depth of sport experience on initial practice of a complex perceptual motor soccer task for 46 children 4- to 9-years-old who were enrolled in a…

These instructional materials involve secondary students in simulating a criminal trial concerning teenage drinking. Included are all materials necessary for participation in the 1984 California Mock Trial Competition. Part I of the document describes a hypothetical situation involving a high school senior who faces state felony charges for…

This manual provides the policies and procedures for an individualized diploma program that offers adults an alternative approach toward earning a high school diploma. It presents information on time and location, eligibility, diploma requirements, admission to the program (student intake), resources, and a flowchart showing pathways to a diploma.…

Practitioners involved in implementing technology education in middle, junior, and senior high schools should keep several guiding principles in mind. Technology education is a vital educational component in a highly technological society, and present and future societies will depend upon the wise use of technology as an important factor in…

Achievements of the Building Our American Communities Program (BOAC), initiated in 1971 to provide a vehicle for Future Farmers of America members to make direct contributions to their communities and to practice good citizenship and develop leadership skills, are summarized in this 1985 annual report. the report begins with messages from…

Although useful for any community development planning team, this handbook is designed to assist Future Farmers of America chapter committees in coordinating Building Our American Communities (BOAC) projects. Ten steps for successful chapter participation in the BOAC program are outlined. These steps include selecting the BOAC committee and…

This manual is intended to help elementary teachers: (1) recognize and achieve the objectives of the art program; (2) organize the classroom (including the equipment, art materials, and tools) to provide an atmosphere conducive to congenial living, and efficient working and learning; (3) plan painting, drawing, and craft activities so that…

The resource packet is an aid for coordinators organizing an awareness workshop on camping for the disabled or for camp directors in orienting staff to camping for persons with physical or mental handicaps. Section I covers the status of camping for the disabled, different types of disabilities, serving campers with certain handicapping…

The history of experiential learning in American higher education is outlined, and the rationale and learning objectives of this type of experience are addressed. Experiential education has resulted from an emphasis on practical knowledge. Although the colonial colleges focused on the classical curriculum, the scientific method of the natural…

Four observations concerning continuing education in colleges and universities are discussed in this address by the president of the National University Continuing Education Association (NUCEA): lifelong learning, the coupling of theory and practice, involvement with the liberal arts core, and the importance of continuing education conference…

The introductory volume of the bilingual Katimavik program student manual summarizes the history and purpose of the Katimavik experience; outlines program objectives and learning program subject areas; explains how to use the individual learning activity student manuals, how to create individual and group development plans, and how to develop a…

Activities and materials are suggested for giving practice in developing the concepts of grouping and place value. Grouping by tens leads into activities involving "money." Using the metric system, these ideas can be extended to measurement. (LS)

After a discussion on planning instruction, a series of activities designed to develop pre-number and number concepts are presented. Activities are arranged by difficulty within sections devoted to classifying, comparing, ordering, measuring, organizing data, distinguishing shape and size, recognizing patterns, number awareness, and counting. (SD)

The development of number concepts from conservation through order and place value notation is discussed in the context of applications to classroom instruction. Activities designed to motivate, build, and reinforce these concepts are described, and a list of objectives is presented in the form of a suggested progress record. (SD)

Curricular developments over the last decade are assessed and potential influences or curriculum change in the future are identified and discussed. Among trends noted are emphasis on activity learning, language development, and compensatory education. Developments in European curriculum, extracurricular education, and locally developed curricula…