The module is the third of a series of seven discrete modules designed to assist elementary school teachers in the development of a career education program to enrich an already established program. Module 3 may be used separately or in conjunction with the other modules. The module contains seven units and is intended to help define self-concept,…

This module is the first in a curriculum development component. It is designed to enable prospective teachers to develop curricula for delinquency prone youth. The prospective teacher is presented with an overview of learning theory after an exploration of delinquency causation providing him/her with greater insight as a basis for curriculum…

Discusses general structure and specification guidelines for interactive simulation/games, which include development of a computer simulation model, embedding the model in an interactive simulation, and embedding the simulation in a game. An outline following these guidelines is presented for the development of DENTIST, a dental health care…

Discusses some mathematical games concerning the packing of squares. (HM)

Presents a guide to be used by students and teachers in conjunction with a television program about Einstein. Provides general information about special and general relativity, and the universe. Includes questions for discussion after each section and a bibliography. (MA)

This book provides a way for individuals to look at how they make choices in their lives, and how they might make more effective choices in the future. The first part of the book provides an introduction to the CREST system. The meaning of CREST is defined in terms of the five basic choices available to human beings: Caring, Ruling, Enjoying,…

This manual is designed to help counseling personnel understand and deal with depression. It begins by defining depression (the "common cold of psychopathology") and listing a number of typical symptoms, giving mild, moderate and severe manifestations. It then offers seven different treatment approaches or theories. Directly or indirectly, these…

A total model of skill-based intervention which includes theoretical rationale and practical forms and techniques is described. The skill-based model is applicable to practicum supervision in schools and agency settings. Counseling skills important in practicum are delineated. Guidelines are given for working with field supervisors, university…

This unit on sex-role development was designed for use with individuals who work with young children. The objectives for the unit are stated in behavioral terms and the content to be taught comprises the major portion of the unit. Specific areas covered in the content section include: (1) definitions of terms, (2) theories of sex-role development,…

The Minnesota School Mathematics and Science Teaching (MINNEMAST) Project is characterized by its emphasis on the coordination of mathematics and science in the elementary school curriculum. Units are planned to provide children with activities in which they learn various concepts from both subject areas. Each subject is used to support and…

This booklet is intended to enable the beginner in the field of transformational grammar to read and gain information about much of the contemporary scholarly literature on grammar (of foreign languages as well as of English). Sections in the book discuss phrase structure grammar; transformational rules--movement rules, insertion rules,…

Dorothy Heathcote's theories and practices relating to the uses of drama in education are presented in detail. The 20 chapters discuss the value of drama, as well as guidelines for organizing and carrying through dramatic activities. Transcripts of Heathcote's teaching and speaking and her writing are used to illustrate the generalizations drawn.…

The author suggests teaching methods useful in helping adults apply their learning. Topics discussed include (1) performing practice audits, (2) emphasizing learning topics that participants want to pursue, (3) providing incentives and reducing resistance, (4) developing active learning methods, and (5) providing evaluation and reinforcement. (CH)

Reviews selected research, widely-used commercial tests, and recent literature on critical thinking. States that evaluation of critical thinking processes should encompass more than simple tests. Concludes with six guidelines for evaluating critical thinking. (JDH)

The Social Learning Group pursues applications of social learning theory to treatment of aggressive children in family settings, and conducts extensive studies in methodological and clinical aspects of the problem. This article reviews this work, including how this theory is being applied to resolve child and adolescent problems within the family.…