Discussed is the design, development, and evaluation of a self-paced college program in statistics which used computer assisted instruction. The program permitted a great deal of individual attention to weak students and freed the strong student to whip through the acquisition of the tools necessary to plan and conduct research. (RM)

Describes a program in which three educational institutions collaborated to create and implement a multisensory reading/language arts program that focuses on language arts integration, sequential skills learning, and individualized instruction. (FL)

Reviews possibilities of computer-assisted instruction in specialized technical courses, math and science, foreign languages, and basic skills. Reviews problems associated with change and new theories of learning and instruction. Includes reference list. (MD)

A computer-assisted university foreign language project using individualization is described. Its advantages include improved student attitudes and learning efficiency, active practice, student privacy, and increased opportunities for teacher innovation and learning. (MSE)

In recent years, managing a vocational laboratory has become an increasingly difficult and complex task facing many vocational educators. Specialized instructional areas, diverse groups of students, and extended laboratory time have caused educators to seek alternate ways of providing practical "hands-on" instruction when traditional supervised…

The method of contract learning is described, and the educational advantages of its use are examined. The role of the faculty member is discussed along with suggestions for applying the contract learning method to various student audiences. (Author/LBH)

This article is based on a computer search of the ERIC data base for individualized programs that are not IGE programs. (MM)

To respond rationally to the challenges of the next decade, educational practitioners need a solid foundation of professional knowledge. (MM)

A university researcher concerned with helping handicapped people become self-sufficient discusses his concepts' and procedures' implications for home economics teachers, recommending breaking complex tasks into simple instructional components so handicapped students can master them, rather than teaching simpler tasks which would not ensure…

The article outlines the procedure for using process lessons in a middle school food preparation class and gives sample lesson sheets. The approach emphasizes the actual process needed in the preparation of a chosen food item. Students select a minimum of 1 or 2 lessons weekly from 25 possibilities. (AJ)

Describes a continuing education program for nurses which taught them to identify and deal with patient care problems. Tables of workshop content are provided. (TA)

Discusses the role of today's language teacher, as "humane model," learning model, and "quality control." (AM)

Provides an overview of the individualized English program used at American River College in Sacramento, California. Includes a bibliography of texts used. (HOD)

A point system was introduced in two advanced courses in Spanish in order to provide more individualized instruction. Students who were weak in written or spoken Spanish at the beginning of the semester could compensate by doing extra work; more advanced students could contract to do more sophisticated projects. (Author/RM)

Ways to individualize and personalize instruction in the foreign language class even under conditions of traditional scheduling and large class size are discussed. (RM)