Results of a study that examined the degree to which corrections education students (n=80) exercise control over the learning process indicate that the most successful students scored highest in self-regulated learning. (JOW)

Independent study is encouraged at Metropolitan State University, a nontraditional upper-divisional university for adult students. At Metropolitan, independent study refers to a range of learning experiences varying in independence from faculty-designed and -selected programmed learning to completely student-designed projects reviewed and…

This bibliography of the complete holdings of the Paul Hoy Helms Library, now incorporated in the Bird Library collection at Syracuse University, contains books chosen by faculty and students with the intention of furthering adult education and independent study. It is organized by Library of Congress and Dewey Decimal Classification numbers with…

The objectives of this study were to design a self-instructional or programmed learning instrument that would enable the learner to obtain training in what the newsletter can do and how to produce an effective newsletter. Programmed instruction is defined and discussed, and the use of programmed instruction in adult education is referenced.…

The author discusses how secretaries can manage their own professional development. Major points are (1) practice and update technical skills, (2) work toward certification, and (3) maintain a professional image, good etiquette, and a positive attitude. (CH)

Social-assisted learning means that social forces provide tutorial activities for self-study through television, face-to-face instruction, audiotapes, and videotapes. The instruction is based on requirements in specialized majors, courses, and outlines of self-study examination. (JOW)

Topics covered in this essay include the functions of an ideal dialogue, essential conditions for establishing the validity of assertions, the role of external and internal restraints on understanding, the function of reflective thought and meaning perspective in dialogic learning, and false consciousness and its relationship to learner needs and…

Participants in management development (n=714) identified the most and least useful aspects of the program. Many felt that self-directed learning was demanding but led to deeper learning. At the same time, they showed discomfort with the tutor's role as facilitator and the lack of structure. Time pressures were major barriers. (SK)

A survey of 1,015 Florida farmers (41 percent) showed that factors influencing small farm operators' likelihood of participating in a self-study educational program included access and availability of alternatives, having a videocassette recorder, and a need for information. (JOW)

Behavior modeling has changed to meet the challenges of the new work environment. The following delivery combinations offer efficiency and effectiveness: classroom based, classroom followed by self-study, self-study followed by classroom, and self-study and on-the-job practice. (JOW)

Eleven library systems throughout the country have been developing detailed plans for offering services to the adult independent learner. Each system organized a planning and evaluation task force, composed of library administrators and representatives from library staffs who were to be responsible for developing the service plans. The development…

The activities of TV Classroom, one of the largest programs designed to educate adults at the high school level through television, in the 1968-1969 school year are reported. In addition, the history of the program since its inception in 1952 is given, together with an historical chart. Course requirements, publicity, registrations, expenses, and…

The authors discuss advantages of self-directed learning as a part of the workplace training process. They describe how to plan and implement a self-directed learning program, covering staffing and resources, preliminary work, and general guidelines. (CH)

Issues related to an open learning program, the West Yorkshire Open Learning Federation, are explored. Issues include (1) institutional framework for course, (2) approach to "openness" and implications regarding the target population, and (3) accreditation and monitoring. Stresses that acceptability of educational outcomes requires flexibility in…

Seeks to analyze and categorize both data-based and conceptual articles on self-directed learning. Covers (1) verification studies, (2) nature of the method, (3) nature of the learner, (4) nature of the philosophical position, and (5) policy. Suggests future research topics. (Author/CH)