To improve study habits, one high school refers failing or barely passing students to an afterschool study session called Success Group. Students attend these supervised sessions until classwork or grades have improved. (MLH)

Describes the establishment of a community study centre in a century-old school building in Fringford, England and discusses some activities in which school children participated. (SDH)

The author finds that her students concentrate better and become more organized when she allows each to begin the year by selecting and arranging a private work space--an "office"--in the classroom. (SJL)

Learning stations were planned that combined the teaching of English skills with History content.

Academic institutions having curriculum centers were surveyed regarding cataloging, classification, and resource sharing of curriculum materials. Findings showed a variety of cataloging and classification practices and a low rate of input of records onto national bibliographic utilities, such as OCLC. Standardization and usage of materials were…

The authors discuss types of resources available to vocational teachers that may prove helpful during preparation of updated curricula. Types include (1) computerized databases, (2) regional curriculum coordination centers, (3) state resource centers, (4) specialized curriculum centers, and (5) individual expertise. (CH)

Following training and experience as peer tutors in a behaviorally oriented reading program for junior high school students, formerly disruptive students decreased their disruptive behaviors and exhibited improved morale and increased academic progress. This article describes the program and provides suggestions for implementing a similar one.…

This handbook discusses the role, structures, organization, and management of study centers as they operate in different postsecondary settings in the Asia Pacific region. Eight chapters and a postscript are included: (1) introduction; (2) what is a study center; (3) why might an institution want study centers--functions, architectural types,…

Evaluated the effects of the study skills enhancement technique taught at Bowling Green State University Study Skills Laboratory on the test-taking performance of Sociology 101 students. Found that those students who participated in the program four or more hours per week performed better on tests. (SLM)

This book provides a retrospective account of the processes of curriculum development and evaluation of the Australian Science Education Project (ASEP), a venture which pioneered large-scale State-Commonwealth cooperation in education in Australia. The processes are described to identify practices for future curriculum initiatives. Important…

Specifically designed for counselors as a vehicle for addressing the needs of females in rural areas, the field tested kit examines counselors' attitudes, resources, and techniques and suggests strategies for counteracting sexism in counseling programs. The kit addresses the specific needs and limitations characterizing rural areas:…

From a review of research and of standards set by national teacher education associations, guidelines are presented for a curriculum library or laboratory serving a teacher education program. Functions, collections, budget, audiovisual equipment, materials selection aids, staffing, and administration are considered. (SJL)

Lists resources available from ERIC that address the nature, content, purpose, and appropriate pedagogy for social studies and citizenship education. Briefly summarizes the main argument of each resource. Includes information on availability and ordering of documents. (MJP)

Presents a brief annotated bibliography of seven resources addressing citizenship education cited in the ERIC database. The sources are primarily educational journal articles which consider the impact and use of citizenship education in various curricula and formats. Includes information for ordering copies of the articles. (MJP)

This handbook serves a four-fold purpose: (1) it functions as a reference guide for counselors using the Otis Spunkmeyer Student Motivational Program (SMP); (2) individuals in other corporations who are interested in sponsoring their own Student Motivational Program (SMP) may use it to train counselors; (3) it serves as a program overview for…