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Peer reviewedRenner, John W.; Lawson, Anton E. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1975
Describes an investigation undertaken to evaluate whether or not the Purdue experimental program, through its concrete curricular materials and inquiry-oriented procedures, had been successful in promoting formal reasoning abilities in its students. Results indicated that concrete curricular materials and problems can promote the development of…
Descriptors: College Science, Curriculum Development, Educational Research, Higher Education
Peer reviewedDeLuca, Frederick P.; Renner, John W. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1976
Describes an introductory geology laboratory course designed to keep the content and rigor of a traditional course while improving student self-esteem, attitude and achievement. (GS)
Descriptors: College Science, Course Descriptions, Curriculum, Educational Research
