A Project-based Spiral Curriculum for Introductory Courses in ChE: Part 2. Implementation.

Dixon, Anthony G.; Clark, William M.; DiBiasio, David

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ERIC Number: EJ638070

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Publication Date: 2000

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A Project-based Spiral Curriculum for Introductory Courses in ChE: Part 2. Implementation.

Dixon, Anthony G.; Clark, William M.; DiBiasio, David

Chemical Engineering Education, v34 n4 p296-303 Fall 2000

Reports the development, delivery, and assessment of a project-based spiral curriculum for the first sequence chemical engineering courses. Technical proficiency of students under the spiral curriculum was equal to or better than that of students under a traditional curriculum. Attitudes toward chemical engineering and teamwork were better, and students showed enhanced ability on real projects. Includes project descriptions. (PVD)

Descriptors: Chemical Engineering, Cognitive Style, Cooperative Learning, Curriculum Development, Higher Education, Instructional Development, Spiral Curriculum, Student Projects

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Language: English

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