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Peer reviewedHansen, Peter H. – Environmentalist, 1995
Describes environmental projects completed by Worcester Polytechnic Institute students in Bangkok, Venice, and Guayaquil as part of a program studying the interaction of science or technology and society. The lessons provide a model for environmental education at other institutions. These interdisciplinary projects promote environmental awareness…
Descriptors: Conservation Education, Ecology, Engineering Education, Environmental Education
Peer reviewedBrahier, Daniel J.; Speer, William R. – Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 1997
Presents an extended activity consisting of a sequence of tasks organized so that students can visit several mathematical concepts concurrently and explore connections among them. Students build solids using bendable straws to form the skeletons of various polyhedra. Topics covered include tables and charts, algebraic expressions, surface area,…
Descriptors: Algebra, Area, Data Analysis, Geometric Concepts
Peer reviewedBarrows, Howard S. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1996
Discussion of the problem-based learning approach in higher education looks at its origins in medical curricula, characteristics of the original method, the variety of educational objectives possible with this approach, problem-based curriculum development, advantages of the method, and its use outside the medical domain. (MSE)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Classroom Techniques, College Instruction, Curriculum Design
Peer reviewedMilne, Patricia A. – Education for Library and Information Services: Australia, 1996
To teach generic skills, including communication, information literacy, problem solving, teamwork, professionalism, and lifelong learning, University of Canberra's (Australia) Library and Information Science Program developed Network Information Sources (NIS), a group-based project using technology as the content and facilitator of study. NIS…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Assessment, Group Activities
Shafer, Barbara S.; Reed, William S. – Business Officer, 1996
A variety of consortial arrangements in higher education are discussed noting advantages such as savings realized through the cooperative efforts, enrichment of academic programs, improved student services and community outreach, as well as obstacles (organizational, procedural, and cultural). Success factors identified include presence of…
Descriptors: Change Agents, Change Strategies, College Administration, Consortia
Peer reviewedHamilton, Debbie; Hitz, Randy – Journal of Early Childhood Teacher Education, 1996
Describes the design, delivery, and impact of an undergraduate early childhood education course consistent with constructivist principles. Cites results from the Teachers' Belief Questionnaire and examination of student journals indicating students' knowledge and beliefs about teaching had changed. Suggests that helping students recognize…
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Beliefs, Cognitive Dissonance, Constructivism (Learning)
Billing, David – Compare, 2003
Summarizes various stakeholder surveys and factor analyses that attempt to delineate transferable skills, such as problem solving, communication, teamwork, and critical thinking. Points out that employer skill requirements may vary among countries and these differences may not always be cultural, but are related to different uses of terminology…
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Communications, Comparative Education, Critical Thinking
Peer reviewedPaul, Karin; Kuhlthau, Carol C.; Branch, Jennifer L.; Solowan, Diane Galloway; Case, Roland; Abilock, Debbie; Eisenberg, Michael B.; Koechlin, Carol; Zwaan, Sandi; Hughes, Sandra; Low, Ann; Litch, Margaret; Lowry, Cindy; Irvine, Linda; Stimson, Margaret; Schlarb, Irene; Wilson, Janet; Warriner, Emily; Parsons, Les; Luongo-Orlando, Katherine; Hamilton, Donald – School Libraries in Canada, 2003
Includes 19 articles that address issues related to library skills and Canadian school libraries. Topics include information literacy; inquiry learning; critical thinking and electronic research; collaborative inquiry; information skills and the Big 6 approach to problem solving; student use of online databases; library skills; Internet accuracy;…
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Databases, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedHayes, David – ELT Journal, 1997
Examines an in-service training session developed for use in the state sector in Thailand that aims to help teachers come to terms with some of the problems inherent in large classes. The article is based on the author's previous experience in Thailand and his continuing involvement there in teacher development. (11 references) (Author/CK)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Class Size, Consciousness Raising, Context Effect
Peer reviewedVlachos, Evan C.; Kulacki, F. A. – Journal of Engineering Education, 1995
Proposes that the current highly impacted curriculum for baccalaureate degrees give way to a reduced program oriented toward engineering science that can be completed in four years. This curriculum must be based on a limited set of core educational outcomes and educate engineers within an integrated, liberal framework while preparing graduates for…
Descriptors: College Curriculum, Curriculum Development, Educational Objectives, Educational Philosophy
Peer reviewedLynes, Kristine – Teaching Children Mathematics, 1997
Describes the use of the Internet to investigate mathematical problems, create and share information, discover patterns and relationships, and find out more about the world. This unit investigates pet ownership and introduces children to telecommunications, the use of the computer as a tool, and scientific research methods. Other units address…
Descriptors: Cartography, Cooperative Learning, Elementary Education, Interdisciplinary Approach
Peer reviewedWebster-Stratton, Carolyn; Reid, M. Jamila – Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, 2003
This article describes the Dina Dinosaur Social, Emotional and Problem Solving Child Training Program for young children with conduct problems. The program emphasizes training children in skills such as emotional literacy, empathy or perspective taking, friendship and communication skills, anger management, interpersonal problem solving, and…
Descriptors: Anger, Basic Skills, Behavior Problems, Communication Skills
Peer reviewedSchwarz, Baruch; Bruckheimer, Maxim – School Science and Mathematics, 1990
The Triple Representation Model of problem solving is presented. The use of microcomputers in this problem-solving environment is discussed, and examples are provided. The integration of this method into the mathematics curriculum is described. (CW)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Peer reviewedEdwards, Janine C. – Academic Medicine, 1990
The Parallel Curriculum, a problem-based curriculum at Bowman Gray School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is described through each year of study. The curriculum increases learning enjoyment by making medical students responsible for scholarly exploration and integration of knowledge and skills with faculty support. (Author/GLR)
Descriptors: Curriculum, Higher Education, Learning Motivation, Learning Strategies
Peer reviewedKroto, Joseph J. – Science Teacher, 1988
Describes interdisciplinary activities with real-world applications ranging from science to mathematics to technology. Cites the study and construction of model bridges as a way for students to learn about engineering concepts and some of their relationships. States that the exercise enhanced teacher cooperation between the different fields. (RT)
Descriptors: Engineering Education, Environmental Education, Experiential Learning, Integrated Activities
