This introductory module is one of 17 modules designed for individualized instruction in health occupations education programs at both the secondary and postsecondary levels. Aimed to aid the course teacher, this module explains the organization of the 16 modules that follow (i.e., each module contains an overview and a series of learning…

This brief guide discusses the mounting of overhead transparencies on frames, the types of mounts, the proper masking for presentation, and the use of overlays. Numerous line drawings provide the reader with a helpful visual reference. (RAO)

Suggests what to look for when evaluating software and its support literature; includes a software evaluation checklist. (Available from: Modern Learning Publishers, Inc., 6517 Liggett, Oakland, CA 94611, $14.) (AEA)

Discusses a learner-centered evaluation model designed to provide feedback on instructional products in the context of learner needs, expectations, and experiences. (RAO)

The article recommends specific reference and other materials that would be helpful in a resource room for gifted children, including dictionaries and various periodicals. (DLS)

Reports the results of a survey of "English Journal" subscribers and National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) members, citing personal and teaching favorites in the following categories: literary works; instructional materials; and professional materials. (MM)

Suggestions are made for how elementary school teachers can use a tree form on their bulletin boards, with occasional changes in display materials, to organize, inform, teach, classify, and reinforce classroom topics and school events. (CB)

Suggestions for a set of ed-tech tools for the "low-tech" language teacher are presented. Items include scissors, knives, cutting board, square, compass, glues, and tapes. (LB)

"The Complete Guide to Service Learning" is the go-to resource in the fast-growing field of service learning. It is an award-winning treasury of service activities, community service project ideas, quotes, reflections, and resources that can help teachers and youth workers engage young hearts and minds in reaching out and giving back. Author, and…

This paper offers guidelines for the selection of elementary and secondary education curriculum materials that properly recognize the variety of ethnic and cultural diversity within U.S. society. Two areas are addressed. The first is understanding the concept of culture when examining multicultural materials. The second is the determination of the…

The recommendations presented in this document concern which instructional materials should be adopted in the bilingual language arts and visual and performing arts in the State of California. Each of the instructional programs, both those recommended for adoption and those not recommended, are described at length with the rationale for the…

This paper presents a review of the literature on toy play in infancy and early childhood, with an emphasis on both normal development and special considerations for young children with disabilities. Specifically, it describes children's encounters with toys within a developmental framework, identifies characteristics of the child and aspects of…

This product checklist, which is intended for businesspersons and/or labor representatives responsible for reviewing/selecting employee training materials, contains a series of questions to use in determining whether employee training products follow best practice and will meet the needs of specific firms and build the productive capacity of their…

This guide was developed to assist American Indian and Canadian Native educators in developing cultural curriculum materials for use in the classroom. The purpose of developing authentic cultural materials is to enhance the educational experience of Indian students and White students. The guide covers the following topics: (1) cultural curriculum…

This paper discusses how the business Spanish courses offered by the University of Mississippi are conducted, focusing on the use of videotaped materials in the classroom and the development of appropriate handouts for students to use in conjunction with video materials. Introductory-level instruction is offered in the Spanish 101, 102, and 201…