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Sas, Magdalena; Bendixen, Lisa D.; Crippen, Kent J.; Saddler, Sterling – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2017
Online discussions have become inherent components of both face-to-face and distance education college courses, yet they often fail to provide much benefit to students' learning outcomes. One reason behind this phenomenon is the lack of or inadequate scaffolding or guidance provided to students when participating on asynchronous discussion boards.…
Descriptors: Health Sciences, Science Instruction, College Science, Concept Mapping
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Leonard, William H. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2000
Indicates the reasons for the lack of success of lecture method among high school students. Compares the constructivist approach to the objectivist approach and discusses student learning differences. Makes recommendations for student learning needs. (Contains 37 references.) (YDS)
Descriptors: Active Learning, Concept Mapping, Constructivism (Learning), Conventional Instruction
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Cliburn, Joseph W., Jr. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1990
The theory behind concept mapping and advance organizers is reviewed. Special variations of concept mapping are presented. Evaluation using concept maps and long-term retention are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Advance Organizers, Classroom Techniques, College Science, Concept Mapping