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ERIC Number: EJ179422
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1978
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PASS, an Alternative Method of Teaching Introductory Psychology
Nation, Jack R.; Bourgeois, Anthony E.
Research in Higher Education, 8, 3, 273-82, 78
The Programmed Achievement Study System (PASS), based on positively reinforcing attempts at mastery, was introduced and empirically tested to determine its validity. It makes use of traditional learning principles by providing rewards (bonus points) contingent upon reaching specified mastery criteria. (Author/LBH)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Higher Education, Instructional Innovation, Mastery Learning, Positive Reinforcement, Programed Instruction, Psychology, Teaching Methods, Validity
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Identifiers: Programmed Achievement Study System