Peer reviewed
Direct linkERIC Number: EJ907008
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2010
Pages: 17
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ISSN: ISSN-0021-3667
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When Learning and Change Collide: Examining Student Claims to Have "Learned Nothing"
White, Justin; Pinnegar, Stefinee; Esplin, Pat
Journal of General Education, v59 n2 p124-140 2010
The study presents an analysis of student papers at the end of a problem-based course designed to create an active learning environment and encourage a deep approach to learning. It explores the achievement and participation characteristics of students claiming to have "learned nothing" and suggests the impact of student resistance. (Contains 3 tables.)
Descriptors: College Students, Active Learning, Problem Based Learning, Student Attitudes, Resistance (Psychology), Low Achievement, Learning, Definitions, College Freshmen, Service Learning, Self Evaluation (Individuals)
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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