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Download full textLee, Yung-bin Benjamin; Meyer, Martha J. – 1994
This study examined characteristics of passive and active learners among college students enrolled in remedial classes and students enrolled in regular academic classes. Active learners are typically analytical, focused on task, tolerant of new ideas, curious, adept at processing information, able to develop other ways to solve a problem,…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Active Learning, Cognitive Style, College Freshmen
Peer reviewedRogers, Maggie; Plaster, Jacky – Journal of Art and Design Education, 1994
Highlights issues in teaching art curriculum courses in preservice teacher education. Discusses student self-confidence and conditions that are barriers to active engagement in art activities. Describes how preservice art teachers can develop personal autonomy and become reflective teachers. (CFR)
Descriptors: Active Learning, Art Education, Art Teachers, British National Curriculum
Peer reviewedLevine, Martin G. – Social Studies Review, 1995
Maintains that California and the nation's school districts have been challenged by growing numbers of limited English proficient students in grades 6 through 12. Presents a series of social studies classroom activities designed to improve students' reading and writing skills. Includes graphic organizers and activity objectives. (CFR)
Descriptors: Active Learning, Classroom Techniques, Content Area Reading, Cultural Pluralism
