The described study investigated the effectiveness of an e-learning Web 2.0 course redesigned from the perspective of cognitive load theory. The analyzed variables were course wiki design features, levels of instructor support, levels of cognitive load and engagement, and values students placed on particular pedagogical approaches used during…

Discusses the offering of a one-week "fun" lab course designed for students to further their professional competence, offer intellectual enrichment, advance their avocational interests, or provide personal enjoyment. (CC)

A college human relations course is described and evaluated, and the change and rate of change in students' attitudes toward self and others is examined. One hundred and sixty students of different backgrounds who were enrolled in five sections of a human relations course answered questions concerning self-concept and attitudes toward various…

This paper describes and evaluates the implementation of a two-semester course in Century 21 shorthand by an experienced business education instructor. Student characteristics, course organization, learning activities, and difficulties encountered by both students and the instructor are described for each course. Detailed evaluations of the…

This study attempts to assess whether a human sexuality course, which combines lecture and small group discussion formats, results in changes in sex related knowledge, attitudes, behavior, and three dimensions of guilt. (Author)

The psychological issues discussed in the course are outlined and the readings used are listed. Students' evaluations of the course varied. (RM)

The value of a critical analysis of the process of education in family practice residency programs is demonstrated. Such an analysis is seen as maybe the most valuable aspect in the evaluation of any curriculum, considering the limitations of time, resources, and demands on family practice teachers. (MLW)

One way to enliven a research methods course in sociology is to require students to select journal articles over a 20- to 30-year period to show how research strategies have changed on a topic in which they have special interest. Teaching strategies are discussed. (Author/RM)

Discussion and evaluation of a one-term elective seminar entitled The Experience of War'' and how its reflected in the literature. (MM)

While there is much in overtly noninstructional films for sociological use, a course constructed solely around films did not produce a significant improvement academically, although student interest increased. An appendix outlines the topic areas covered, reading materials for each area and films shown. (KM)

Describes and evaluates a college level course designed to cover basic theory on the development of social movements and revolutions and to provide case studies from the United States and around the world through the use of documentary films. (RM)

Outlines Communication Capsule Courses offered at Notre Dame College in Saint Louis: a series of six, one credit courses, each offered in a 12-hour block on a Saturday. (JMF)

Discusses a course designed for large numbers of underprepared chemistry students at a large metropolitan university; an evaluation of the course based on student performance in succeeding courses is included. (MLH)

Presents a course syllabus for English 315, Special Topics in Writing, a course at University of North Carolina-Wilmington under which department faculty may propose a focused study of a theme, issue, or genre in writing or rhetoric. Explores the relationship between writing and the self. Includes a critical statement evaluating strengths and…

Describes the innovative content and structure of an introductory course on clinical patient care at the Illinois College of Optometry. Critiques its success based on student grades and feedback, concluding that it was successful in imparting skills of data analysis but had minimal impact on students' ability to empathize with patients. (EV)