Discusses the creation of alternative individualized curriculum and instruction environments and practices in schools and classrooms. Focuses upon: a) defining individualized curriculum and instruction, b) a conceptual model for individualized instruction, and c) a presentation of what can be individualized. (Author/RK)

The educational experiences of students result from the prescribing of resources and activities. Available resources and activities are referred to as learning alternatives. Alternatives help to promote the learning of concepts, themes, topics, and skills and to clarify values, interests, attitudes, and personal goals. (Author)

In reviewing the television special, "Is Anyone Out There Learning?" the authors note that television itself may be one of education's problems. They ask who will follow up on this initial analysis of education. This entire journal issue consists of comments on this CBS documentary aired in August, 1978. (SJL)