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Learning Science while Constructing Learning Teams
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Wood, Bonnie S. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2009
Many science educators are proponents of cooperative learning, but struggle to find equitable and effective ways to build groups. In this article, the author describes her method for forming heterogeneous cooperative learning groups that is not only impartial, but also requires students to begin learning science on the first day of class.…
Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, Teaching Methods, Science Instruction, Science Education
Using Constructivism to Enhance Student Learning in College Biology.
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Lord, Thomas R. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1994
Discusses how the constructivist approach to learning can aid in helping students to experience more meaningful learning. Discusses cooperative group learning and the concept of constructivism; constructivist teaching formats; and whether the constructivist approach works. (ZWH)
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Constructivism (Learning), Cooperative Learning
Cooperative Learning in Introductory Cell and Molecular Biology.
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Posner, Herbert B.; Markstein, James A. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1994
Discusses a pilot study conducted to determine whether cooperative learning had a beneficial effect on the academic performance of minority students and subsequent enrollments in the elective courses in biochemistry and molecular biology. Minority students average GPA increased from 2.13 (n=39) to 2.96 (n=17). Enrollment in aforementioned courses…
Descriptors: Asian Americans, Blacks, College Science, Cooperative Learning
Models for Learning and How They're Connected--Relating Bloom, Jung, and Perry.
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Woods, Donald R. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1993
Describes the interactions and applications of three models of learning: Bloom's taxonomy, the Jungian or Myers-Brigg's Typology, and William Perry's model of attitude toward learning. (PR)
Descriptors: College Science, Cooperative Learning, Educational Psychology, Engineering Education
Encouraging Critical Thinking: Measuring Skills in Large Introductory Science Classes
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Yuretich, Richard F. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2003
Active learning promotes higher-level reasoning, and it can be achieved in large classes without wholesale changes in class format. Applicable methods include in-class mini-investigations, robust multiple-choice exam questions, online quizzes or review, and cooperative learning, particularly during exams. Data gleaned from observing student…
Descriptors: Investigations, Computer Assisted Instruction, Cooperative Learning, Tests
Cooperative Learning--The Jewel among Motivational-Teaching Techniques.
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Caprio, M. W. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1993
Examines the following five teaching techniques that have strong motivational value: (1) study groups, (2) group projects, (3) sharing information, (4) computer-assisted instruction, and (5) field trips. (PR)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Cooperative Learning, Field Trips
The Minds-On Approach: Student Creativity and Personal Involvement in the Undergraduate Science Laboratory.
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Schamel, Douglas; Ayres, Matthew P. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1992
Describes how college science laboratory activities can be developed by student teams in which original questions are formulated as testable hypotheses and refined into experimental designs on the basis of personal observations. Distinguishes this "minds-on" approach from traditional college science laboratories with respect to students'…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, College Science, Cooperative Learning, Course Descriptions