Tested was the premise that the academic competencies of visually impaired learners could be enhanced by training procedures that combine auditory and visual skills in a project using the Monterey Learning Systems Reading and Mathematics Programs with 29 visually impaired print readers. (Author/MH)

An approach being used at the University of Florida College of Pharmacy to enhance the ability of pharmacy students to communicate effectively with their patients is described. The module consists of a syllabus, original videotapes, audiotapes, assigned readings, and evaluation tools. (LBH)

This article describes a Cognitive Preference Inventory, which translates a compilation of test data into a "cognitive style map" of an individual's learning preferences. A study noted here demonstrates how learning preferences and styles can be coordinated with teaching method for highest language learning achievement. (CHK)

Discusses the writing of 12-year-old boys who write daily. Presents case studies of five individual boys and describes their genre choices, individual writing strengths and weaknesses, and attitudes toward the writing process. (SKC)

The computer's role in matching instructional content and method to the learning disabled student's individual cognitive style is examined for the four phases of instructional delivery: assessment, prescription, evaluation, and instruction. (DB)

The purpose of a learning center is to offer a variety of resources and teaching technologies, such as video, audio, computer-assisted instruction, and interactive video, and to tailor their use to a person's preferred learning style. (Author/JOW)

This article describes a mentor program for gifted and gifted/handicapped students which focuses on each student's specific area of strength. Scientists, writers, and artists, among others, are hired to work as mentors with individuals or small groups of students in the school setting. (JDD)

Suggests ways that teachers can identify students with mild learning problems, determine the assistance the students require, and alter their own teaching style to accommodate the students' learning needs. Recommends instructional techniques to address poor organizational skills, poor writing skills, long- or short-term memory problems, and…

Gifted programs should be evaluated in terms of a child's specific needs. The following should also be considered: (1) statement of philosophy, purpose and goals; (2) management plan; (3) materials and activities; (4) curriculum individualization; (5) system of monitoring goal achievement; (6) opportunities for parent involvement; (7) program…

The article describes a programmatic approach that measured the qualitative dimensions and performance of functional movement in 43 infants and young children with delayed motor development (ages 4 weeks to 5 years). Procedures involved selection of posture and movement intervention targets, baseline assessments, intervention sequences,…

New information technology promises greatly improved education and might increase speed, mastery, and independence in learning. Much of what is now taught in college could be learned earlier, later, and elsewhere. Eliminating the geographic imperative of education, financing new forms of higher learning, and future institutions are discussed. (MLW)

Illustrates ways teachers of young children can meet individual children's needs while managing the group. This may be accomplished through chore-choosing during circle time and giving constructive praise as children perform their jobs, as well as deciding what to teach to whom and when while circulating during playtime. (BB)

Students in two introductory psychology classes using a personalized system of instruction were assigned to either daily quizzing or self-initiated quizzing treatment conditions. Results showed students in the daily quizzing section completed course work more rapidly and earned higher grades by reducing procrastination. (Author/JDH)

The author states that business educators can make a concerted effort to fuse consumer and economic topics and applications into instructional programs. They can make available to students individualized instructional materials to be used on their own time to improve their personal business skills and consumer economics understanding. (CT)