This document contains 33 individually prescribed instructional modules for use in teacher education programs. Each module has six sections: 1) behavioral objectives, 2) purpose, 3) performance criteria, 4) experiences, 5) resources, and 6) taxonomy. The subjects covered include the planning of classroom activities, teacher-pupil relationships,…

This document contains 59 individually prescribed instructional modules for use in teacher aide education programs. Each module has six sections: 1) Behavioral objectives, 2) purpose, 3) performance criteria, 4) experiences, 5) resources, and 6) taxonomy. The subjects covered include the use of instructional equipment such as language master,…

A complete audio-tutorial course in sophomore-level plant morphology was prepared, using an existing textbook and laboratory manual. Audio scripts, behavioral objectives and unit quizzes were written by the research participants. A pilot study was completed and needed revisions made. Preliminary testing was begun, but the number of students…

This monograph describes ways in which the small-group context can facilitate secondary-level students' composing skills through a structured writing cycle and can provide each student with individualized help during the writing process. An in-depth discussion is provided of the writing cycle, a process whereby the group provides continuous…

This brief article describes an effective means of teaching economic principles at the college level through a system of personalized instruction. (Author/RM)

This paper describes the individualized structuring of postgraduate courses adopted by the Atlantic Institute of Education. A key feature of the Open Access Study Plan is that students in consultation with faculty choose the objectives for their course and then select appropriate learning experiences. (Author)

Two positions representing marked philosophic differences related to instructional media are described. (Author)

These authors report the results of their investigation of two groups of student teachers involved in individualizing instruction. Significant attitudinal differences were noted between those teaching in inner-city schools and those teaching in suburban schools middle class schools. (Editor)

Describes the instructional development of two related courses: Managerial Finance, a personalized system of instruction; and Finance, Learning Theories, and Practices, a practicum. Student evaluations of both courses were conducted, focusing on student tutors and the systems of instruction. (VT)

Describes a systematic approach for designing, delivering, and evaluating individual remedial instructional services for handicapped students within the public school setting. Supplemental instruction is defined as remedial instructional programing that is provided for a pupil in addition to regular or special classroom instruction. (RAO)

This paper reports on the development and testing of a scheduling system for computer-managed instruction. Simulation results showed how the system would perform with various resource levels, student loads, and entrance frequencies. (Author/IRT)

Individualization of instruction represents a conscious effort to reach desired goals for students. (Author/MLF)

A checklist of teacher competencies that should be acquired for successfully teaching handicapped students is presented. (JD)