A case for theoretical development of advance organizers that aid in the learning and transmission of knowledge is presented. (MP)

The use of mathematical modelling as a systematic framework for solving word problems is presented. Applications for typical elementary algebra and calculus problems are featured. (MP)

An exercise in applied mathematics that focuses on belt drives that is suitable for senior secondary pupils is presented. Some comments on classroom use and student reactions to this lesson are included. (MP)

By keeping a diary of her class activities, the author was able to analyze her teaching behaviors and judge if they helped or hindered her goal of developing her students as independent learners. Extracts from the diary are included. (SJL)

In order to illustrate his claim that children are able to plan their own work and develop the strategies which are most aporopriate to themselves, the author presents his class notes on a science experiment designed and conducted by one of his elementary students. (Author/SJL)

The head of the English department at a senior high school explains the organizational and curricular adaptations that have made their practice of mixed-ability teaching a success. Sample English lessons are described. (SJL)

This study recorded and analyzed 96 student discussion groups to identify successful dialogue strategies; to highlight difficulties deriving from group characteristics; and to examine how students behave, what they gain, and which students benefit most. A model of a successful discussion is outlined and study findings considered. (Author/SJL)

The author explains his three criteria for successful teaching in any subject area and illustrates his views with four scenarios of secondary school teachers. (SJL)

Noting the trend from traditional teacher-centered instruction to individualized, mixed ability teaching, the author suggests that the new methods require more work from teachers and that they need additional released time and assistance to cope. (SJL)

The author considers the prospects for a single unified system of examinations at 16-plus and the need to restructure the sixth form curriculum. (SJL)

The authors examine and evaluate the introduction of mixed ability teaching at Pond Street Comprehensive School and draw conclusions on organizational change. (SJL)

Stressing to remedial educators the danger of complacency once a learner has acquired the basic skills of reading and numeracy, the authors advocate cooperation and coordination between secondary remedial education and adult literacy programs and call for a real commitment by teachers toward fostering basic skills in the disadvantaged. (SJL)

Freshman courses designed to increase the integration of students into college environments and thus decrease attrition rates are described based on a review of current practices of 20 colleges and universities. Core components are informal contact with peers, faculty, and staff; a small group setting; and cognitive and affective learning. (JMF)

A learning cycle approach to undergraduate instruction implemented in a variety of subjects at Metropolitan State College in Denver is described. An experimental group demonstrated significant gains in critical thinking and cognitive skill development as well as improved retention using a framework based on Piaget's stages of cognitive…

Methods and materials to assist colleges in evaluating the competencies that women acquire from their volunteer and homemaking experiences are described, including a counseling process based on the use of an "I can" list. Methods of dealing with faculty and administrative concerns about this type of experiential learning evaluation are discussed.…