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Guidry, Brandi N.; Totaro, Michael W. – Journal of Information Systems Education, 2011
A challenge faced by many instructors of systems analysis and design courses is the selection or development of projects that provide challenging, yet suitable, learning experiences for the students. Employing a system development project case in undergraduate MIS courses offers students a multitude of opportunities to experientially examine…
Descriptors: Conferences (Gatherings), Experiential Learning, Reference Materials, Group Activities
Gardner, Traci – 2002
The reading program described in this lesson plan outlines a "just for fun" book club that was a student-organized, student-driven reading experience that built community in the classroom and encouraged students to read independently, taking responsibility for their literacy learning. During 5 to 15 minute lessons every other day,…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Evaluation Methods, Group Activities, Lesson Plans
Dennis, Sarah – 2003
This lesson introduces the study of insects in science by using poetry. Students work in cooperative groups to prepare choral poetry readings and present factual information on an assigned insect to the class. The choral poetry readings also serve to increase fluency in English-as-a-second-language students. During four 30-minute sessions,…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, English (Second Language), Evaluation Methods, Graphic Organizers
Evans, Wayne H.; And Others – 1994
This genetics curriculum was conceived to fill the void in the general public's awareness of the importance of heredity and environment in health. The module contains a teacher's manual, student manual, and appendix. Topics are presented in a manner that is intended to be culturally sensitive and meaningful, and to reflect the concerns of the…
Descriptors: Active Learning, American Indian Education, Biology, Genetics
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Ulmer, Barby – Social Studies Review, 1989
Presents a two to six day classroom simulation unit, "Survival or Starvation," designed to enhance student understanding of world problems. States that the simulation has been successfully used with fifth grade to adult groups. Provides daily instruction plans and describes several cooperative learning methods. Lists materials needed, and provides…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Cooperative Learning, Developing Nations, Educational Games
LaFromboise, Teresa D. – 1996
This culturally relevant curriculum was developed to teach American Indian secondary school students coping and suicide prevention skills. Although the curriculum was designed for high school students, many of the lesson plans and activities can be used with middle school students. The goal is to address the significant problem of suicide among…
Descriptors: Alaska Natives, American Indian Culture, American Indian Education, American Indians