An art teacher complains of the imposing restrictions of behavioral objectives and suggests ways to counteract educational policies that she believes inhibit learning. (RK)

Discusses the uses of the computer and how it can enhance teaching productivity. (RK)

The model devised by the author demonstrates that learner success is the product of sound objectives, careful planning, good measuring devices, and post-teaching evaluation. (Editor)

Advocates the development of a teaching plan which includes behavioral objectives, new vocabulary, materials, learning activities, and evaluation techniques. (CP)

"This report was prepared for the Nuffield Foundation, Resources of Learning Project, which supported the research described herein." (Authors)

Four recent sources of classroom activities written by and for Logo teachers for use with young children are listed, and seven brief lesson plans suitable for introducing first-grade pupils to Logo are provided. Several educational computer games are included. (EAO)

Discussed is the use of the book Flatland, written by Edwin Abbott, as a novel assigned for reading in secondary school geometry. The assignment is largely designed to reverse the low student interest in geometry. It is noted that overall the book was well received by students. (MP)

As a lesson in responsibility and parenting, junior high school students were given eggs as their "children" and told to care for them for two weeks. Students also participated in various small group projects studying the characteristics and needs of three year olds. (SJL)

Describes a program for 8 to 11 year old gifted children involving one-half day of Spanish and one-half day of science twice a week. Discusses in detail lesson plans, instructional materials, and activities designed to provide the children with an experience of the Spanish culture and way of life. (MES)