This article focuses on the changes made in the undergraduate laboratory program of the first degree course in chemical engineering at the University of Bath (England). Describes experiments relating to the Engineering Applications 1 (EA1) requirements set by the Engineering Council. (YP)

Focuses on the development of criteria for the design, implementation, and evaluation of English as a second language grammar teaching and learning tasks within the communicative curriculum by providing a working definition of grammar and drawing implications for task development. (Author/CB)

Tips for English-as-a-Second-Language classes include collecting passport stamps in an oral skills class (R. Kay Hart); turning process essays into treasure hunts (Margaret Moulton); using icebreakers (Beverly Williams, David Rutledge, Brent Green); and techniques for understanding course syllabi (Ruth Overman Fischer). (LB)

Describes a course on alternative conceptions in physics that has been used with preservice students as well as with inservice teachers in Indonesia. Most preservice students progress in mastery of high school level concepts, however, the length of the effects are not known. (LZ)

This paper suggests that creativity development among teachers can be an alternative approach towards teaching for hands-on and process science. Describes a course to prepare student teachers to move toward a student-oriented approach which focuses specifically on the development of creativity. (LZ)

Departments of Spanish can play a significant role in the multicultural movement by teaching a course on United States Hispanic Cultures. An introductory course is described, including its organization, approaches, materials, and class activities. (Contains 15 references.) (Author/LB)

Describes two courses utilizing modern American fiction, poetry, and drama in which vivid depictions of the disasters wrought by excessive drinking are found. Posits these as examples of how literature that addresses problems related to drinking and alcoholism can be used in a focused way in alcohol education. (LKS)

Discusses options for approaching a literary text with A-level students. The author states that the appropriate method exists in the OUDLE syllabus, which grants the teacher freedom to decide what to emphasize, permitting students to participate actively in the class, expressing themselves in the target language on such issues as drugs,…

Describes a computer-based prelaboratory lecture to replace traditional lecture. Discusses how the CUPLE method was developed, the course structure, and a typical course day. (MVL)

Presents a case study of an undergraduate mathematics seminar in which seniors put together ideas from their previous coursework and extended their understanding of mathematics. (10 references) (Author/MKR)

This paper describes the development and evolution of a modular pharmacy practice course that uses practitioners as role-model instructors in prepared and impromptu scenarios. The course reviews the top 200 drug products while introducing students to both community and institutional practice settings. Appendices include a summary of the…

Discusses current theme in education, finding methodology for inservice courses through which skills and attitudes of teachers can be appropriately developed. Attempts to help teachers develop awareness of process by which learning takes place on an INSET course, to make process explicit to themselves and, in doing so, make this awareness…

Describes a Scottish elementary grade classroom where a literature-based, integrated approach to instruction (1) improved pupil's schema for the world around them and their understanding of the organization of text; (2) developed their ability to solve problems and work cooperatively; and (3) improved their self-concept as they became more…

Presents a master syllabus for a course whose purpose is to introduce students to a variety of topics and subjects in language and communication from a social science perspective. Discusses conceptual issues for the instructor, presents five instructional units, and discusses teaching strategies and evaluation. (SR)

Explained is the rationale behind the development of a course aimed at providing companies involved in exporting engineering products, equipment, and services with graduates having a combination of skills required to exploit opportunities in the European market. The course design and content are described. (KR)