Describles the establishment of a new kind of preparation program for both prospective and experienced elementary-school teachers, in which the University of North Dakota and local communities support a more individualized, personalized learning environment for the elementary classroom. (WY)

Joint planning by school and community is necessary for delivery of effective services. The school system must provide a healthful environment, an adequate school health service, and a comprehensive health education program. (Author/CJ)

Presented at Workshop on Drug Education, University of Wisconsin, Madison, 1970. (Author)

Reports the outcome of a Rehabilitation Services Administration meeting of several organizations for the deaf. The organizations intend to improve services for the deaf through mutual action. (RW)

Reports progress in the development of the Needsort, a research tool, for the assessment of the three developmentally earliest, within Maslow's framework, conative needs (physiological, safety, belongingness). Discusses item analyses, item selection methods, reliability studies, and validation studies across a broad range of populations. (Author)

Rigid syllabuses and lock-step teaching of mathematics ignore real forces in the mind that promote development and learning, as well as fostering resentment in gifted children, particularly when drill continues after a skill is learned. Discovery of mathematics by the young, acceleration, and a low teacher-pupil ratio are better ways to promote…

Computerized adaptive testing allows us to create a unique personalized test that matches the ability and knowledge of the test taker. (Author)

Discusses four modes in which computer assisted learning can be provided and analyzes the relationship between these modes and the types of client groups likely to employ computer assisted learning (CAL). Prepackaged CAI/CMI, auto-elaborative CAI, personally guided small group CAI, and gated cooperatively elaborated CAI are described. (JL)

Mentally retarded children need sex education, not only about biological factors involved in sexuality, but also in terms of emotional and social development as well. Ways that parents can prepare retarded youngsters to cope with emerging sexuality are discussed. (PP)

Examined whether compatible groups facilitate learning more than incompatible groups. Used peer groups to facilitate learning in college courses. Computed compatibility scores for pairs and four-person groups working together. Used examinations to measure peer group procedure effectiveness. Results did not indicate a positive relationship between…

Explored sources of instrumental support for older persons (N=753) of varying levels of functional capacity. Results suggested that spouses are the primary source of help for married elders with impaired capacity; adult daughters are the major helpers when a spouse is not present. (Author/RC)

Mature and older adult learning programs are shown to be increasing to meet their basic need to know, as defined by Maslow. Four major sociocultural changes are discussed which challenge higher education's youth orientation and offer opportunities for educational psychology research, teaching, and service to support adults' educational needs.…

Observations of operationally defined nontask oriented classroom behaviors of educable mentally retarded (EMR), educationally handicapped (EH), learning disabled (LD), and nonhandicapped students were compared. Significant differences in behavioral characteristics among the groups were indicated. (Author/GK)

Describes a new programmed learning package, PLACE: Guided Steps to Employment Readiness. The package provides a measurable definition of employability and helps clients measure their own employability and prepare themselves for work. (Author)