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A Fresh Approach To Teaching Recitation Classes
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Fuller, Robert G.; Williams Vernon G. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1975
Presents the opinion that the learning environment of recitation classes can be vastly improved if instructors pay attention to some basic learning principles. Summarizes these learning principles and presents a specific example of their application. (GS)
Descriptors: College Science, Higher Education, Instruction, Learning Activities
Tapes for Problem Solving
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Schubert, Leo – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1975
Explains the use of cassette tapes of discussions on problems included in a chemistry course. The student is aided in converting the sentence form of a problem to the symbolism of mathematics. (GS)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Autoinstructional Aids, Chemistry, College Science
The Nature of Critical Thinking.
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Crow, Linda W. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1989
Discusses five strategies to use in creating an environment that will foster the development of critical thinking. To make thinking the subject of instruction; focusing on the key aspects of higher-order thinking; providing opportunities for continual, explicit practice; questioning and developing an investigative nature; and reinforcing the…
Descriptors: College Science, Critical Thinking, Higher Education, Instruction
Developing Students' Problem-Solving Skills.
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Woods, Donald R. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1989
Discusses the use of self-directed learning in a large group class. Describes a workshop for developing group communication skills. (YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Group Activities, Group Instruction, Higher Education