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Efthimiou, Costas; Maronde, Dan; McGreevy, Tim; del Barco, Enrique; McCole, Stefanie – Physics Education, 2011
A key question in physics education is the effectiveness of the teaching methods. A curriculum that has been investigated at the University of Central Florida (UCF) over the last two years is the use of particular elements of The Physics Suite. Select sections of the introductory physics classes at UCF have made use of Interactive Lecture…
Descriptors: Research Universities, Student Surveys, Physics, Lecture Method
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Gonzalez-Muniz, Madeline; Klingler, Lee; Moosai, Susan; Raviv, Daniel – PRIMUS, 2012
Florida Atlantic University implemented a number of changes in the College Algebra course in an attempt to improve student success. We summarize these changes, and how they have affected the course. We also discuss possibilities for future improvements. (Contains 3 figures and 1 footnote.)
Descriptors: Algebra, Mathematics Instruction, College Mathematics, Higher Education
Morris, Jon D. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1984
In the first study of its type, students (N=197) were exposed to a television economics lecture which included specially-made segments having greater visual impact. Results indicate a significant difference in achievement in favor of students viewing this television lecture format. Positive attitude changes were also noted. (JN)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Attitude Change, Concept Formation, Conventional Instruction