This paper reports the methods and philosophy used in developing a mastery learning model at the University of Missouri-Columbia to insure that allied health students in the physical therapy and occupational therapy programs learn the concepts of anatomy essential to the rest of the curriculum. (MF)

Describes objectives, content, and teaching procedures of an introductory college-level urban geography course. Lectures, student papers, and role playing are designed to help students learn about central place theory, space economy, land use, and social geography. (Author/AV)

Relates difficulties encountered in developing a college-level economics course with a problem-oriented approach. Objectives were to introduce basic ideas of economic methodology and to develop self-instructional materials on fundamental techniques of economic analysis. For journal availability, see SO 506 029. (Author/AV)

Shows teachers how to help graduating students to synthesize what they have learned and to prepare for the future. (RL)

Offers ideas for designing or redesigning English composition courses so that they meet the needs of students in nonacademic, vocational programs. (GW)

Describes a curriculum segment designed for a high school level introductory anthropology course which illustrates the application of considerations of materials suitable for students, anthropological concepts and methods which best assist students in understanding relationship patterns, and teaching techniques which lead to successful…

The "Teacher Interview" activity at the Center for Teaching and Learning at the University of North Dakota "provides a context for teachers to reflect on their intentions, use of materials, relationships with children, organization of time and space, and so on." This article discusses a "Staff Development Handbook" compiled by several teachers who…

Outlines a recent educational initiative in social gerontology at the Western Australian College of Advanced Education: a two-year course on aging and the community. Discussed its educational and national context, the development of the course and its present content. Analyzes the student population to establish typical profiles of those…

Discusses highlights of a literature review on guidelines for formative evaluation of courseware and the development of a formative evaluation instrument by the Kanata High Technology Training Association (Ottawa). The eight dimensions of the resultant questionnaire are listed and a copy of the evaluation instrument is included. (MBR)

Argues that objectives are indispensable in planning an educative environment. Examines the "process model" which shuns curricular objectives, because they restrict children's inquiry. Proposes a method which recognizes the necessity of objectives while avoiding the restrictions on children's freedom which those restrictions often impose. (GEA)

Argues that more attention should be given to the concept of economic man in sixth form (the last year of secondary school) and first year university teaching. Describes the contrasting conceptions of economic man, explores how this concept is treated in eight textbooks, and suggests possible ways of improving classroom instruction. (JDH)

Reports the results of a November, 1985 survey (n=520) of computer use in secondary schools and colleges. Information is provided on such items as the factors limiting the use of computers, teachers' sex and computer use, and types of software used. Concludes that teacher training and microcomputer ownership were positive influences on school…

Presents three tenets for a computer course that blends a skills course centered on programing language and its uses and an awareness course focusing on computer literacy. The tenets suggest focusing on well-established aspects of computing, emphasizing concepts, and centering on computer applications. (MBR)

Outlines the variety of ways computers can be used in the classroom, computer literacy/awareness objectives, and proposed guidelines for use of computers in mathematics courses. Comments on research with computers, selecting a microcomputer, and software considerations are also provided. (JN)

A review of American government textbooks shows that significant change has occurred concerning the content of newer textbooks, specifically the way they treat theories of elitist groups and systems analysis. (ND)