To keep students motivated in a first year auto shop, an industrial arts teacher uses a "live shop" in which all automobiles and parts are restored to working condition, thus creating a positive learning situation for the students. (BP)

Describes a self-demonstration experiment designed to teach the principles of the spark-ignition system. (SB)

A competency-based small engines program model and its plan of operation are explained and a sample instructional unit for the cylinder rebuild competency is provided. Competency attainment on a job profile/placement printout being developed will be shown as "go" and "no go" rather than grades. (MF)