The traditional methods of university education and some alternative approaches are considered in light of the course needs of both students and teacher. The self-teaching system is examined in the overall context of the learning process. This is followed by three case studies of the development and use of self-teaching systems, one for chemical bonding, one for electrical circuits, and a third for audiovisual communication. The book is based on the experience of developing and using self-teaching courses at the University of Surrey, England, and Concordia University, Montreal over a period of five years. Appended is an analysis of cost and time for the self-teaching system. A bibliography of over 130 items is also included. (LBH)