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ERIC Number: EJ627163
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2001
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ISSN: ISSN-1089-9995
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Active-Learning Methods To Improve Student Performance and Scientific Interest in a Large Introductory Oceanography Course.
Yuretich, Richard F.; Khan, Samia A.; Leckie, R. Mark; Clement, John J.
Journal of Geoscience Education, v49 n2 p111-19 Mar 2001
Transfers the environment of a large enrollment oceanography course by modifying lectures to include cooperative learning via interactive in-class exercises and directed discussion. Results of student surveys, course evaluations, and exam performance demonstrate that learning of the subject under these conditions has improved. (Author/SAH)
Descriptors: Active Learning, Classroom Environment, Cooperative Learning, Higher Education, Introductory Courses, Oceanography, Science Education, Teaching Methods, Undergraduate Students
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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