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Anand, Vera B. – Engineering Education, 1985
Describes a two-semester-hour freshman course in engineering graphics which uses both traditional and computerized instruction. Includes course description, computer graphics topics, and recommendations. Indicates that combining interactive graphics software with development of simple programs gave students a better foundation for upper-division…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Conventional Instruction, Course Content
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Strauss, Richard T.; Kinzie, Mable B. – American Biology Teacher, 1994
Many assert that the use of animals for dissections in the secondary and undergraduate class is unnecessary. This article describes a study conducted to compare the attitudes and achievement of students who use interactive methods instead of conventional dissection. (ZWH)
Descriptors: Biology, Computer Simulation, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Conventional Instruction
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Khazzaka, Joseph – Social Education, 1997
Discusses the "flashback" method of history instruction that begins with analyzing specific, current conditions and then traces their historical evolution. This method allows students to feel connected to the subject while participating in its historical investigation. Compares the "flashback" and the traditional chronological…
Descriptors: Conventional Instruction, Course Content, Course Organization, Current Events