A teacher recalls her experiences with three "Unteachable" students and concludes that for a little while, at least, some well-known principles of teaching and theories of learning made a difference in the lives of real students. (Author/WD)

A survey examined study habits and attitudes, age variables, and the decision to participate in remediation among 261 academically deficient college freshmen. Choice to attend was associated with high Survey of Study Habits and Attitudes (SSHA) scores among older participants and low SSHA scores among the youngest group. (LRA)

A follow-up of participants completing a study skills course showed after one year no differences in attrition rates and significant increases in academic performance. Factors predictive of GPA varied over time. Results suggest that factors related to academic performance change as a function of demands of a university environment. (Author)

A fourth-grade teacher explains how she began planning for retention possibilities as soon as the Fall achievement test results became available by notifying parents immediately, working with them throughout the school year to help their failing children, and involving them in the promotion/nonpromotion decision. (SJL)

The role of the learning assistance teacher in this model consists of three major functions: first-line diagnosis of learning difficulties, consultation with the regular classroom teacher, and direct instruction with a restricted caseload of students. (DLS)

Students can succeed in remedial programs if such programs are well-planned and systematic, say these writers, who offer some guidelines. (Author/JM)

Describes the application of an interest-centered individualized program for adult students in Nebraska correctional facilities which attempts to integrate vocational programing and life/career planning with remedial mathematics and reading. (SK)

Reviews 13 books designed to remediate and reinforce the visual perceptual skills of learning-disabled children in the primary grades. The role of the librarian in selecting and suggesting appropriate books for such children is also briefly discussed. (BK)

Applies Aristotelian rhetorical theory to the treatment of basic writing problems, noting that classical methods of teaching are still valid--and sometimes used--today. (RL)

Token reinforcement and remedial feedback were made contingent upon writing correct sentences containing prenominal adjectives only, then adverbs only, then prenominal adjectives plus adverbs. When the instructional package was implemented, all Ss demonstrated significant increases in response rate, accuracy, and percentage of correct sentences,…

Presents major elements of a comprehensive pilot program called DEPTH (Developmental Education: A Program That Helps) implemented in 1977 at Raymond Walters General and Technical College. Discusses orientation program, course content and organization, advising, and program evaluation. (DR)

Discusses Personalized System of Instruction (PSI) and describes a Cognitive Skills-Oriented PSI (CPSI), an individualized instruction technique stressing the teaching of cognitive skills in conjunction with specific subject matter. Discusses learning theory, materials, communication strategies, and role of the teacher. (DR)

Describes the goals and status of developmental courses at Lewis and Clark Community College as they were when the college changed from a private to a public two-year college and relates present goals and status. Discusses growth in remedial enrollment, program expansion, and the importance of student evaluation and placement. (DD)

Describes the new mini-courses in freshman chemistry at Central State University. Compared to the traditional course, it was found that there were fewer withdrawals and that more students were achieving higher grades. (SA)

The imposition of minimum competency testing in high schools must be seen in a social and political context. Since many minority students have received an inferior education, minimum competency tests may be seen as a means of preventing these students from receiving their high school diplomas. (Author/RLV)