The author investigates the problems that newcomers face at conferences and offers clear guidelines for conference planners and newcomers alike. She discusses professional socialization, using relationships, making presentations, volunteering, volunteer participation as self-directed learning, broadening networks, experiential learning, planning…

Instructional techniques and modifications in independent study tailored to the needs of gifted, learning disabled students are described. (JW)

Project SPECTRE, a program to assess the relative cost effectiveness of four types of special education inservice approaches, indicated that direct instruction produced more knowledge gain and greater cost effectiveness than independent study. Using university personnel in remote sites was the most effective direct intruction method. (Author/CL)

Describes a method of using audiotape recorded lessons in place of lectures, known as Audio-Assisted Independent Study. (PD)

A "Walkabout" program for second-semester seniors at a public alternative school is described. Cited as keys to the program's effectiveness are staff commitment of one-half their workload and intensive and clearly defined student preparation. Students not participating engage in a similar but briefer independent learning project in the…

Twelve mentally retarded children were taught anticipation and paraphase strategies imbedded in either a self-instructional format or a traditional didactic training format. Six Ss in a control condition received no explicit strategy instructions. Although no differences were found for self-instructional vs. traditional training formats, both…

Describes an audio tutorial system for teaching botany in minicourse units which allow for greater individualization. (LS)

A selective overview of academic/public library coordination in offering nontraditional learning opportunities in public libraries is presented. (Author)

The purpose of this article is to present various findings on self-directed learning (SDL). The article contains three main parts: historical foundation of self-directed learning, a summary of various literature reviews on self-directed learning, and an analysis of current research on self-directed learning. SDL has been a significant factor in…

This paper describes the life and achievements of businessman, philanthropist, and photographic innovator, George Eastman. Aspects of multiple intelligences theory with regard to Eastman's life are discussed. The paper details Eastman's many and varied successes after a poor childhood and notes that, although he left school at 13 to help support…

A survey to determine the usefulness of permitting students to stop-out'' - take a year off from academic work for travel, work, special programs or personal study. (Editor)

Paper presented at the 25th All India Adult Education Conference held in Bombay, India, October 30-November 3, 1972. (DS)

Article reviews an earlier research project by Allen Tough which has considerable importance and implications for adult learning, and especially for teachers and organizers of training programs. (Editor)