Tradeoffs in Student Satisfaction: Is the "Perfect" Course an Illusion?.

Miller, Judith E.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ505278

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Publication Date: 1993

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Tradeoffs in Student Satisfaction: Is the "Perfect" Course an Illusion?

Miller, Judith E.; And Others

Journal on Excellence in College Teaching, v4 p27-47 1993

Reports a survey of students' satisfaction in a cooperative learning college-level introductory biology course offered, with changes, over 3 years. The survey found that cognitive diversity increases group conflict and concluded that there can be no "perfect course" due to the diversity of cognitive styles found in any class. Using a variety of types of challenges may be the best approach. (JB)

Descriptors: Biology, Cognitive Style, College Instruction, College Students, Cooperative Learning, Educational Quality, Group Behavior, Group Dynamics, Group Instruction, Higher Education, Science Instruction, Student Attitudes, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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