A self-study program in mathematics for undergraduates is described. The units present topics not normally covered in traditional curricula. (MP)

Two self-study media presentations, booklet-tape and videotape recording (two formats) were evaluated in order to determine the relative cost-effectiveness of the presentations. The results indicated that the differences in mean scores did not justify the increased cost of videotape. (Author/BD)

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)

The learning efforts of extension educators in Thailand were examined. Basically, they were active and devoted an average of 192 hours to 3 self-directed learning projects in 1 year. Results encourage the introduction of self-directed learning activity into the existing training system. (Author/JOW)

Examines the effect of self-instruction on error detection in short essays. Finds that above average readers in the self-instruction group performed significantly better than those in a control group, and that average readers displayed a similar but not statistically significant trend. (RS)

The author explains how to develop modules that let keyboarding students work at their own pace and receive adequate practice on their weaknesses after they have mastered basic keyboarding skills. (CH)

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)

This interview focuses on the qualities and characteristics of autonomous learners, the related concept of learner training, and self-assessment. (Contains eight references.) (JL)

A nursing education course at the Medical University of South Carolina focuses on the student as a person, a learner, and a professional. Important components of the course are the principles and concepts of adult learning that incorporate concepts of self-directed learning and self-awareness. (Author/JOW)

In direct self-education, an individual makes discoveries without the influence of others' experience. Sources of choices among learning materials, the outputs of personal skills and knowledge, and results of selection choices are other elements of self-education. (SK)

The essays in this section offer different possibilities and prospects for first-time fieldwork and make a strong case for directly supervised early fieldwork that includes peer collaboration and individual activity. (SLD)

Observes that the tendency to question pushes some gifted students toward self-directed inquiry and supports their academic talent. Considers ways to nurture all students, especially the ones who don't question much on their own. Explores the author's experience in guiding her students toward becoming self-directed learners and guiding them to…

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)

Three methods were used to train 450 Navy personnel in a new computer system: instruction, exploration, or behavior modeling. When learning style matched method, trainees were more successful and satisfied. Behavior modeling training was not influenced by learning style. This group had the highest satisfaction and computer use. (Contains 58…

Alexis de Tocqueville deplored democratic institutions' tendency to thwart people's awakened passion for equality. America is the G7 country with the greatest inequality-now more than previously. Capitalist democracy goes to extremes, producing destructive, de-democratizing imbalances, despite the growing popularity of obedience and "virtue…