A survey of persons who graduated from the University of Iowa during the 1970s with bachelor degrees in sociology showed that the type of degree (B.A. or B.S.) had no impact on subsequent educational and occupational experiences. (Author/RM)

Using results from three classes (n = 324) taught by the author, this study shows, among other findings, that students with high grade point averages, well-educated parents, and previous college experience tend to know more sociological facts, concepts, theories, and methods. Impact and advantages of pretesting are discussed. (JDH)

Intended to guide sociology departments trying to increase enrollments, this survey examined factors which affect how sociology majors at the University of Iowa select majors and electives. Students' background characteristics, educational goals, and selection criteria were examined. (RM)

Discusses a study in which students in a college-level introductory sociology course attempted to deal with anxiety before and during exams by working with a study guide consisting of a large pool of questions from which an upcoming exam would be taken. Findings indicated that study guides significantly reduced test anxiety. (DB)

The article presents information on student evaluations of a simulation game conducted in a large introductory sociology course on the college level. Evaluations were neutral or slightly positive, except in the areas of affective learning and peer interactions, where they were most favorable. The effect of specific student characteristics on…