ERIC Number: EJ1154653
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2017
Pages: 13
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ISSN: ISSN-0884-1233
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Actively Teaching Research Methods with a Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning Approach
Mullins, Mary H.
Journal of Teaching in Social Work, v37 n4 p309-321 2017
Active learning approaches have shown to improve student learning outcomes and improve the experience of students in the classroom. This article compares a Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning style approach to a more traditional teaching method in an undergraduate research methods course. Moving from a more traditional learning environment to a student-centered approach proved an enjoyable experience for the students and the instructor as well. The learning method forces students into an active role in the classroom and allows the instructor to be the facilitator of the learning experience. Students are able to explore course content and gain valuable group skills in the process.
Descriptors: Undergraduate Students, Active Learning, Teaching Methods, Comparative Analysis, Research Methodology, Methods Courses, Student Centered Learning, Inquiry, Social Work, Social Science Research, Student Surveys, Likert Scales, Learning Activities, Student Evaluation, Pretests Posttests, Statistical Analysis
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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