In this research, the effects of three instructional procedures (verbal, visual, and verbal plus visual) were evaluated with mentally retarded persons who varied in verbal and visual ability.

Twelve students (six in second-grade and six in fifth-grade) met with me for two, 30-minute interview sessions. They were asked to listen to an excerpt from Bachs Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F, 1st ...

Advantages and disadvantages of verbal guidance Advantages Good if clear, short and relevant. Use of key words can focus technique. Helpful accompaniment to visual guidance. Good for elite performers.