Trainee programers were studied to see which structure for training was most effective--groups selected by personality traits, random grouping, and individuals. The selected groups were superior in technical information but individuals showed best productivity rate. (MS)

Discusses ways a teacher can help handicapped students by providing the experiences which realistically take into consideration the children's limitations but encourage them to reach out toward their fullest capacities. (Author/GB)

Describes the author's 3-month observation of a first grade class that was using key vocabulary activities, an individualized reading approach. The experience is regarded as an important aspect of her teacher preparation. (DP)

Pleas for nongradedness on grounds that 16 separate research studies favor nongraded or open classrooms because students do better on standardized tests, creates more favorable mental health conditions, and it is particularly beneficial for blacks, boys, and underachievers. (DS)

Summarizes six major themes that have emerged from the reform movement known as progressive education and that have continuing consequences for those planning educational experiences today. (Author)

Paper describes some experiences with teachers and children who engaged in one-to-one teaching and learning situations. (Authors/CB)

This study was designed to provide experimental data on the efficacy of tutoring and to provide specific outlines for the implementation of a tutoring project. The results indicated that fifth- and sixth-grade children facilitated measureable though limited reading development of younger children. (Author)

Discussion of the reorganization of a middle school to grades six, seven and eight instead of seven and eight because of earlier peer culture influence. Programming is flexible, the subjects are integrated and everything is individualized. (Author/AF)

Three innovative trends in education are described as contributing most significantly to the demands for change in the school psychologist's role: an emerging behavior change technology, the applications of a systems approach in evaluation, and the increasing movement toward individualized instruction. (Author)

Describes cross-age tutoring experiment in which sixth graders provided individual help and companionship to first-graders. Tutor gains were subject reinforcement, extended creativity, and meaningful personal relationships. (AJ)

The director of technology and research discusses the Coatesville Area School District's format for individualized learning. (AA)