The primary focus of this document is the mechanics of organizing a learning center for readiness-level children. The first section outlines procedures for using the learning center, including determination of student eligibility, referral of students, placement, and evaluation. Also included are: a referral form; a list of evaluation instruments;…

This handbook includes assorted checklists, calendars, guides, and forms to help in managing a high school reading laboratory. The program is based on a diagnostic-prescriptive, skill-centered approach to the teaching of reading. Procedures related to the philosophy of the program, organization and storage of materials, record keeping, and testing…

A study was conducted to identify and evaluate effective recruitment strategies and the effectiveness of a short-term, individualized audio-tutorial course designed to improve the communications skills of non-traditional students. Subjects were 30 students enrolled in and completing the individualized course, Learning Skills I, and 30 control…

Operation COPE, an experimental demonstration project in adult basic education, established two family learning centers in Washington, D.C., that served a total of 110 disadvantaged mothers who were heads of households with educational achievement under eight years. Problem solving and relating learning to action were program objectives. (LH)

Author challenged educators to change their educational viewpoints, and further suggested that society as a whole review its cultural patterns into viewing education as a cradle to the grave activity. (Editor/RK)

Experiences in using a language laboratory for teaching classics are discussed. The advantages of laboratory and programmed learning are outlined in relation to other learning. The topics covered include tape-assisted translation, recording methods, student presentations, and other methods of using this approach. (MS)

Provides the syllabus for an advanced level (A-level) electronics course in which communication computer and feedback systems are analyzed. (CP)

A simple analog computer program is described which, in conjunction with a dual-trace storage oscilloscope, can demonstrate travelling and standing waves, the effect of various reflection coefficients, standing wave ratios, and other wave phenomena. (Author/CP)

An intensive course in Spanish is described which met daily for eight weeks from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Time was divided among classroom instruction, native speaker groups, and the language laboratory. (RM)

A series of outdoor activities is provided in which measurement and geometry are used to describe phenomena in the environment. (SD)

An experimental program was designed to raise mathematics achievement of socially and emotionally handicapped boys between the ages of 10 and 15. The program used a laboratory approach and resulted in significant test score gains. (SD)

Students collected and organized data concerning noise levels of various school activities. They reported that the activities were interesting and relevant. (SD)

Describes the physics teaching conditions at Solihull Sixth Form College, a comprehensive secondary school in the County Borough of Solihull, United Kingdom. Available physics course, timetable, teaching system, laboratories and study rooms, and future developments are also discussed. (HM)

Investigates the effectiveness of different elements of diagnosis and prescription incorporated into help sessions for college science students. Results show that following laboratory classes with help sessions that are based on the results of diagnostic tests can alter achievement significantly, whether help sessions are directed by teacher or…

This article describes how a school psychologist used her skills to develop materials, instructional methodologies, and assessment strategies to facilitate the vocational education of students with special needs. The role of psychologist, instructor, consultant, manager of facility, and researcher are described. The importance of training in…