The appropriateness of existing instructional materials for three calculators designed for use by the visually impaired was assessed with 15 blind and partially sighted Ss (15-21 years old). (Author/SBH)

Population models, both flat and vertical, make excellent group activities. Methods of instruction are detailed with examples. Models may be used to make transformations to demographic base maps upon which other population characteristics may be shown. (NH)

Discusses reading levels of books in the sciences, and explains the use of the Readability Graph. Also reported are reading levels of selected high school physics texts. (GA)

Reviews two videocassettes focusing on modern American poetry: "Moyers: The Power of the Word" and "Voices and Visions." (MM)

Suggests that comic books can motivate students and be utilized in: (1) homework assignments and tests; (2) introducing new topics; and (3) writing practice. (LS)

Describes how two topics in the school mathematics curriculum could be of value in teaching school biology. (LS)

Lists film material under the following four topics: Animal Nutrition, Photosynthesis, Parasitism and The Problems of Overpopulation. (LS)

The isometric grid geoboard can be used to demonstrate the nine-point circle theorem. (SD)

Using the overhead projector, or overlays on an original pattern, a variety of tessellations can be generated. Several illustrations are included. (SD)

A review lesson based on a sports car rally is described and illustrated. It teaches detailed map reading as well as providing drill on any subject desired. Pairing students is beneficial for several stated reasons. Some students may design their own rally for presentation to the class. (Author/KM)

In Canada during the past 20 years ministries of education have moved to make media study and production a mandatory component of the secondary school curriculum. Media study is evolving through three phases: from an audio-visual aids phase which was a general secondary school phenomena, through media literacy and language arts phases which have…

This advisory list includes instructional materials appropriate to school media education programs. Entries included on the list were selected from those materials submitted by publishers which received favorable reviews by educators. Materials are listed by type of media: books, film loops, films, filmstrips, and kits; and range from kindergarten…