Three changes in elementary science teaching have exhibited the pendulum effect: teaching the process skills of science, teaching science by inquiry, and teaching science by individualized instruction. (BB)

Outlines basic components of a prescriptive teaching program: assessment, curricular objectives, and individualized instruction. Notes the implications that each of these components has for the handicapped student in a mainstreaming environment. Two charts illustrate criteria involved in prescriptive teaching or individualized instruction. (KC)

For availability, see EC 103 600 Presented is a comprehensive procedure for the development and implementation of an individual educational program (IEP) for learning disabled students. (IM)

A first course in psychopathology for medical students uses both conventional lecture-discussion and programmed, self-instructional formats. Examination policy for the course is described that uses quizzes and a comprehensive final mandatory only for those students failing one of the quizzes. (LBH)

The relationship between the effects of structure in teaching and the abilities or personalities of ten- and twelve-year-olds was investigated. Results showed a weak interaction of teaching methods with ability and a strong interaction with personality. (MN)

The results of this field experiment support the conjecture that when learning tasks involve the development of a mathematical structure, guided-discovery techniques involving dialectical dialogue may be a more viable alternative to conventional instruction than individualized instruction through expository or programmed packages. (MN)

Describes a truck and bus mechanics program at Mid-Florida Technical Institute in Orlando that has successfully used an individual learning system for over two years. The 1,350-hour (two-year) course utilizes learning activity packets (LAPs) over three levels of achievement. Information provided on job placement and salaries indicates the…

This conference dealt with learning styles and characteristics and the benefits of individualized instruction, and with intercultural communication. Serveral papers presented at the conference are summarized and a number of workshops are described as the program is outlined. (CHK)

A personalized system of instruction for very large enrollment courses involves (1) development of a central instructional facility, and (2) recasting of text content into an interactive videotape format to provide continual feedback. (Author/AV)

The management of competency-based vocational education curriculum in the classroom is first described by following one student's progress through the system. Then helpful hints on monitoring, planning, and organizational procedures are suggested for good management. (BM)

Presents eleven basic characteristics of individualized educational programs. Some of these characteristics are as follows: an active student learning process, rate-tailoring, use of a variety of instructional media, competency-based curriculum, and feedback and evaluation on a regular basis. (BM)

An overview and philosophical discussion of the current use of instructional technology in naval training. This essay focuses on the process of instructional development and establishes a parallel between the concepts of instructional systems development and general management theory. (VT)

The author discusses the incorporation of a sliding grade level into computer-assisted instruction programs that generate several types of problems. Programming examples are provided. (MN)

Describes modifications of the Learning Environment Inventory (LEI) instrument for measuring classroom climate to make it suitable for individualized junior high school classrooms. Reports validation data from a sample of seventh graders. (SL)

The author discusses the aims, outline, and evaluation of an existing self-paced ungraded mathematics program for grades eight, nine, and ten. (MN)