Grid computing environments with abundant resources can support innovative e-Learning applications, and are promising platforms for e-Learning. To support individualized and adaptive learning, teachers are encouraged to develop various teaching materials according to different requirements. However, traditional methodologies for designing teaching…

A look at a project which aimed to determine whether an individualized reading program would improve pupil attitudes toward reading without significantly altering, in a negative way, the student achievement results. (Author)

Using elementary school pupils as an example, the author distinguishes between equal and equivalent knowledge and shows how both relate to individualized learning situations applicable to continuing education. (AG)

A discussion of why new teaching methods that utilize the principles of individualized instruction are important. (HB)

The Learning Research and Development Center at the University of Pittsburgh has adopted instructional material in elementary mathematics and reading that are designed for instructing the individual pupil. The program is known as Individually Prescribed Instruction (IPI) and has been widely acclaimed as an important breakthrough in education. This…

In the first section of this paper, the theory behind the use of educational technology in New York State is discussed: that the major contribution of technology to education should be to help achieve individualized instruction and help students become self-motivating, self-directing independent learners. Current activities in the use of…

It is important to be cost effective and to maintain quality control in choosing instructional media. Formats discussed are 16mm film, videocassettes, 35mm slides, filmstrips, color microfiche, color paper copies, and 8mm film. (Author/STS)

The problem of diverse competencies within classes is addressed. The process of "individualizing" such courses is explained, and the findings of a related experiment are presented. (Author)

This article recommends individualized curriculum development. (MM)

The author examines several reasons for individualization, possible goals of the process, and a few requirements for its success.'' (Author/AK)

It seems apparent that the traditional two-step organization of eight elementary and four high school grades is the weakest. The most promising organizational plan is the three-step 4-4-4 or 5-3-4 plan, which promises greater attention to individualized instruction. (AN)