The article explains task analysis and the accompanying Task Analysis Outline that was written for use in the training phase of the Curriculum Development and Computerized Evaluation project at the Metropolitan School District in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Author/BP)

By observing the patterns of language that students use, teachers may infer that valuing is taking place. They may then plan, teach, and assess learning according to student performance. (JH)

Proceeding from a presentation of the present state of discussion as well as of the unsolved or only apparently solved problem, the article attempts, in the light of curricular-based need for internally individualized types of work, to give suggestions for the organization of content for individualized instruction. In this connection, a theory, as…

Describes an individualized group testing procedure which enables the teacher to evaluate content reading skill proficiency as well as the achievement of specific objectives. (PEB)

An innovative advanced shorthand/transcription program utilizing the competency-based concept along with individualized progression and contractual grading was initiated at Illinois State University. (Author)

Argues that teaching methods have not always kept pace with changing needs of students and suggests that individualized instruction in composition offers one solution. (RB)

In a presentation at a symposium on educational media for teaching the deaf (1974), the author describes college-level audio-tutorial and minicourse systems that could be used with handicapped students. (LS)

Teachers have a moral obligation to help their students grow intellectually and also as a human being. (JH)

A look at programmed tutoring, an effective method for one-to-one individualized instruction in kindergarten and first grade. (Author)

This handbook presents sequentially arranged tennis instruction providing a solid foundation of basic skills and concepts. Each lesson enables the student to make the transition from one skill to the next. Each chapter: (1) explains why the concept or skill is important; (2) identifies the keys to correct technique; (3) helps correct common…

This paper presents possible strategies for training educators and teacher trainees in microcomputer technology. Particular emphasis is placed upon possible competencies, instructional sequences, and ways in which microcomputers can realistically be infused in education. In discussing teacher competencies, it is pointed out that it is essential to…

The need for teacher level administrative tasks is identified. One solution offered is Computer Managed Instruction with a review of the literature and a model showing teacher, computer, and student interaction. A chart of important criteria for evaluating Computer Managed Instructional Systems is supplied. After synthesizing conclusions, some…

Preparing school leaders should not be a dispassionate, value-free journey that produces administrators who are technocrats with neither objective curiosity or passion. Lewis & Clark, a small liberal arts college near Portland, Oregon, initiated an administrative certification program in 1981. The curriculum of this program focuses on holistic…