The aims of this course of study are to provide a solid conceptual base in mathematics for grades K-12 as well as to assure mastery of computational skills. Features include an emphasis on inquiry and discovery techniques, the presentation of the metric system and the English system separately, and an attempt to meet problem-solving needs in…

This unit plan for introducing high school students to the game of tennis is divided into objectives and suggested activities. A listing of resource outlets and retail prices for equipment and audiovisual materials is included. Student evaluation procedures are outlined, and a sample evaluation checklist is provided. (LH)

Argues that there is a direct relationship between a teacher's conception of lesson planning and the quality of experiences the teacher provides for students in the classroom. Describes a framework for engaging in the kind of lesson planning which will lead to more successful teaching. (GEA)

An introductory educational research course should be comprehensive so as to meet the needs of many students and be a self-contained unit. This course outline follows the sequence of activities involved in an actual research study. Some course topics are debatable because evaluation, research, and statistics overlap considerably. (CP)

Points out that instructors lack a scheme for making connections between teaching techniques and particular learning objectives. Samples the literature concerning teaching techniques for sociology in the context of Bloom's "Taxonomy of Educational Objectives." Proposes a model that will aid in matching teaching techniques with…

Offers recommendations for development of an undergraduate desktop publishing course. Discusses scholastic level and prerequisites, purpose and objectives, instructional resources and methodology, assignments and evaluation, and a general course outline. (SR)

Argues for a Campaign Planning Course in the undergraduate public relations major. Discusses nine course objectives. Describes five phases of campaign planning and implementation, how the phase approach includes important course topics, and how it fulfills course objectives. Describes how student groups work with actual clients throughout the…

Information is provided on the goals, objectives, strategies, and content of four courses in Anne Arundel Community College's English Division: (1) English 001, which teaches structuring of words into sentences that conform to the accepted conventions of English grammar, punctuation, and capitalization; (2) English 002, which teaches the…

This curriculum guide is designed to provide teachers a tool for planning an instructional program in physical education based on the Texas Education Agency essential elements and the goals and objectives of the Fort Worth Independent School District. The guide covers six major instructional areas: (1) physical fitness, (2) motor development, (3)…

A proposal is presented for a Community College of Philadelphia Life Sciences and Allied Health Services course in physical fitness. Following a standard cover form, a statement of purpose explains that the course is designed to provide instruction and experience in the basic areas of nutrition and physical conditioning, including dietary…

Based on a National Council for the Social Studies position statement on the essentials of social studies, a rationale for teaching about religions in the social studies is presented. The author's rationale includes the following points: (1) that knowledge about religion is not only characteristic of an educated person but also necessary for…

A proposal is presented for a Music Ensemble course to be offered at the Community College of Philadelphia for music students who have had previous vocal or instrumental training. A standardized course proposal cover form is followed by a statement of purpose for the course, a list of major course goals, a course outline, and a bibliography. Next,…

This K-12 sequential course of study is the result of one school district's efforts to improve continuity in the social studies curriculum. Following an introduction and statement of philosophy, the program is organized around four basic educational areas--knowledge, application, valuing, and participation. Specific program goals include promoting…

The area of rhetorical criticism has rarely been perceived as having a valid or useful role in the high school speech curriculum. However, a rationale for the inclusion of rhetorical criticism in high school speech instruction may be found in the accepted goals of speech instruction, because the failure to teach students the skills of rhetorical…

This manual is designed to help state and regional water supply training personnel conduct seminars for instructors of water plant operators. The purpose is to help state supervisors upgrade the quality of training given to the plant operators by their instructors. Since a survey indicated that operator training instructors are technically…