Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ714418
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2005
Pages: 5
Abstractor: ERIC
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ISSN: ISSN-0047-231X
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Enhancing the Instructional Environment: Optimal Learning in Introductory Science Classes
Lawrenz, Frances; Huffman, Douglas; Appeldoorn, Karen
Journal of College Science Teaching, v34 n7 p40 Jul-Aug 2005
A survey of 55 colleges showed that the learning environments in introductory science courses are not always as supportive as they should be. Furthermore, most innovative teaching techniques, as recommended by the National Science Education Standards (NRC 1996), are used only occasionally, despite students viewing them as helpful.
Descriptors: Higher Education, Teaching Methods, Science Education, Introductory Courses, Standards, Educational Environment, Instructional Innovation
National Science Teachers Association, 1840 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201-3000. Web site: http://www.nsta.org.
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education
Audience: Teachers
Language: English
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