Describes four basic methods for developing aural comprhension, namely, guided and independent comprehension of details and of the whole. For each of these, appropriate classroom procedures are described, with examples. Suggestions are given for the teacher for preparing his/her own taped texts. (IFS/WGA)

A discussion of the use of video tape presentations in political science courses to bring realism to the study of political institutions without resorting to the "politicians in residence" method. Indicates that the cost of creating these teaching materials is high but that they do offer potential as useful supplements to the more traditional…

Improved understanding of political events and increased analytical skills are two contributions of a study of video taped media coverage of important political events, such as national elections. An appendix presents excerpts from the three major television networks' commentaries on election night 1972. (Author/DB)

This reference work lists approximately 900 games, covering almost all subject matter fields, which have sufficient intellectual content to be used for educational purposes by students ranging from the elementary grades to the university, government or business level. Arranged alphabetically by the name of the game, each entry provides information…

The paper discusses how computer assisted instruction can increase student interest and participation in history courses on the college level. An instructor might make use of a computer as an ancillary data bank system, a device for examining student understanding of course material, and a means of creating simulation and other educational games.…

One of three modules which form a model using a multi-media approach for an education department or teacher educator to infuse career education concepts into the pre-service curriculum, this module is designed to provide student teachers with a diversity of techniques, processes and materials that will enable them to incorporate comprehensive…

It has been said that the classroom must be a multidimensional environment where learning takes place and students are encouraged to realize their own potential. How all the relationships between the student and the components of the environment are cultivated will in large part determine the effectiveness of the teaching-learning process. This…

One of three modules which form a model using a multi-media approach for an education department or teacher educator to infuse career education concepts into the pre-service curriculum, this module uses the exposure and experience that student teachers gained during Modules 1 and 2 as the basis for developing formal classroom instruction to…