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Peer reviewedBrady, David; Hostetter, Carol; Milkie, Melissa A.; Pescosolido, Bernice A. – Teaching Sociology, 2001
Describes the institutional practices related to qualifying examinations in U.S. sociology graduate departments (n=178). Indicates that there are differences between the Ph.D.-granting and M.A.-granting programs in relation to the structure of examinations; while the structures in the departments are consistent. Includes references. (CMK)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Departments, Doctoral Programs, Educational Research
Peer reviewedLehman, Peter – Teaching Sociology, 1996
Argues for an approach to undergraduate instruction that incorporates recent research concerning schema theory (the continual cognitive restructuring and processing of information). Recommends beginning with fundamental skills and building on these to include more complex concepts and processes. Includes an illustrative example beginning with…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Structures, Educational Development, Educational Testing
