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Barer-Stein, Thelma – 1989
This document examines the key elements of Canadian artist Arthur Lismer's life (1885-1969) and depicts his philosophy as an art educator by excerpting his writings. In addition, the paper examines that philosophy against the framework of Barer-Stein's Universal Learning Process to emphasize the difference between "role internalizing"…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Art Education, Critical Thinking, Critical Viewing

Mansfield, Barbara – History and Social Science Teacher, 1989
Describes the use of past educational experiences and resulting attitudes to illustrate effective teaching methods to students in social studies methods courses. Positive memories center around a hands-on approach, whereas negative memories focused on memorization and rote learning. (LS)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Educational Experience, Higher Education, Instructional Improvement

Spetz, Steven N. – History and Social Science Teacher, 1989
Argues that the emphasis in law courses on memorizing facts fails to teach the desired concepts of reasoning and problem-solving. Recommends the use of open-book tests. Suggests that because law is an imprecise subject, and there are no right or wrong answers, it should be taught in an open format. (LS)
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Foreign Countries, Instructional Effectiveness, Instructional Improvement