Early behavioral intervention (BI), based on the methods of applied behavior analysis, has the strongest and most consistent scientific support as a means of teaching skills to young children with autism spectrum disorder and reducing their restricted and maladaptive behavior. Although individual applied behavior analysis (ABA)-based treatment…

If students are to develop higher levels of thinking, teachers must learn how to ask higher-level questions in a pattern of progression. A guide of key words to help teachers systematically structure a questioning procedure is offered. (MT)

The author reviews the research on quality of tasks set by 35 secondary teachers for their pupils and notes that the majority of tasks fell into the category of low cognitive demand. Preliminary results from a second study point out the importance of seeing task-setting as a critical teaching skill. (CL)

Provides brief concept and skills analyses of instruction in which there is no rigid sequence of presentation, and then offers seven guidelines for improving impromptu instructional performance. (JD)

Offers 10 guidelines for effective community mental health education concerning communication with students, organization of material, group dynamics, teacher responsibility, preparation for classes, flexibility, constructive criticism and encouragement. (WAS)

The purpose of this study was to develop and validate an observation measure designed to capture teachers' use of interactive teaching skills within the delivery of the All Stars substance use prevention program. Coders counted the number of times teachers praised and encouraged students, accepted and used students' ideas, asked questions,…

Basic tips on techniques especially helpful to new teachers are listed. (MJL)

The author makes suggestions for vocational teachers working with disadvantaged students: (l) understand the educational and cultural backgrounds of students; (2) relate all classroom and laboratory experiences to the world of work; (3) modify teaching skills; and (4) develop positive linkages. (CT)

Effective teachers of students with disabilities respond successfully to students' individual needs by ensuring that students understand the purpose of their activities, by presenting students with variety and choice, by encouraging them to reflect upon and review their learning, by making flexible use of time and resources, and by implementing…

Nine online workshops developed by the Early Childhood Technology Integrated Instructional System (EC-TIIS) at Western Illinois University meet the need for training for educators and families on evidence-based practices related to assistive technology (AT) and young children. Results of a research study conducted by EC-TIIS indicate that the…

Notes briefly the major obstacles to effective questioning (repeating questions, answering one's own questions, repeating student responses). Describes effective questioning techniques, including the use of probing questions that build toward clarification and correct response to the original question. (RL)

Discusses problem of relationship of theory to practice in teacher training. Examines drawbacks to present techniques including time factor in mastering the systems, the "given" nature of the categories and their information yield. Suggests heuristic and skill-based alternative approach. (BK)

The authors give advice to teachers on correctly presenting assignments by discussing these questions: What information should an instructional assignment convey? What criteria should be considered in phrasing an instructional assignment? And what means can be used to clarify an assignment? (Author/SJL)

Criticizes educators as the worst users of audio-visual aids and among the worst public speakers. Offers guidelines for the proper use of an overhead projector and the development of transparencies. (DMM)

Outlines the components of new teacher warranty programs. They offer two benefits, schools are assured new teachers will be effective, and teacher training institutions can use warranties to bolster their programs. (MD)