This final report concerns a pioneering, three-year curriculum development project dedicated to translating recent learning theory and laboratory findings into operational practice in an existing educational institution. This project produced a highly successful and unique course that teaches two semesters of economics that students can master in…

This study attempts to determine the value of individualized instruction used in three sociology classes at Moraine Valley Community College (Illinois). The classes incorporated a programed learning textbook, measurable behavioral objectives, instructor-student conferences, self-paced learning, and immediate student gratification. A questionnaire…

In addition to a summary of the proceedings of the Callaway Gardens Conference attended by selected science educators, scientists, and psychologists, invited papers by Robert Gagne ("The High School Science Program--A Psychologist's Assessment") and Clifford Swartz ("The High School Science Program--A Scientist's Assessment")…

This is a report on the evaluative study of computer-assisted instruction (CAI) in ESEA Title I mathematics projects in Kentucky compared to non-computerized programs under Title I. Results of remedial mathematics instruction for disadvantaged students in grades three through seven during the 1971-72 school year are compared. The report describes…

These proceedings include abstracts of the formal papers presented during a conference in Philadelphia on December 8 and 9, 1967. The conference, sponsored by Research for Better Schools, Inc., was concerned with individualization of science instruction, particularly in elementary schools. Thirty-three scientists and science educators from various…

Reports and papers from the Fall 1971 regional meetings of the Washington Association of Foreign Language Teachers (WAFLT) are compiled in this document. Topics focus on individualized instruction, bilingual education, language teaching abroad, administrator attitudes, and reports from the WAFLT French and German sections. (RL)

This project used as an individualized model in the training of specialists in educational change. The individualized education approach consists of planning and conducting, with each student, general programs of study and day-to-day lessons that are tailor-made to suit his learning needs and characteristics. The rationale for using an…

This is the first of several reports on the "Study Methods in Mathematics Project;" the goal of the project is to describe and develop practical study methods which are especially suitable for adults' study of mathematics. In this report, the background of the project is discussed in terms of experience from research on the study habits…

In this newsletter, a description of the "Study Methods in Mathematics Project" is given. Name, place, project leader, time schedule, objective, personnel, subjects, research methods, research data, and the purpose of the project are all briefly described. A short annotated bibliography of publications related to the project is included.…

One practical consideration in the implementation of individualized instruction is the development of a record keeping system. It should reflect the characteristics of the instructional system it serves by (1) tracking the progress of the learner through stated objectives; (2) providing diagnostic data of proficiencies and deficiencies; (3)…

This is the initial publication of a series of self-study manuals on optical radiation measurement, and contains the first three chapters. Additional chapters will be published when completed. These chapters include: an introduction to optical radiation and the ray approach to its treatment; an introduction to the basic radiometric quantity…

Designed to assist teachers in improving instruction in agriculture and related areas, this curriculum guide is written in terms of student performance using measurable objectives, and is a suggested method of group instruction for students who are employed in an agribusiness program. The material is intended to cover those items which every…

The Right-to-Read Program outlined in this document is an ungraded project for kindergarten through third grade, which utilizes individual diagnostic tests to place pupils at their instructional levels of reading and to prescribe plans of individualized instruction based on specific curriculum objectives. The document sketches the development of…

This booklet is one of a set of eight designed to be used in a self-paced introductory chemistry course in conjunction with specified textbooks and computer-assisted instruction (CAI) modules. Each topic is introduced with a textbook reading assignment and additional readings are provided in the booklet. Also included are self-tests (and answers),…

This article describes the use of individualized science lessons for primary grade children at a residential children's center school. The lessons were designed in activity style for one or two children working along and apart from the main class. Verbal encouragement and praise were abundant. Tangible reinforcement was a must. (EB)