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Sommers, Brian J. – Journal of Geography, 1997
Profiles an Introduction to Geography course that integrates first year experience (FYE) materials into the curriculum. FYE programs are designed to aid students in the transition to college, develop study skills, increase awareness of useful resources, help students understand the community of the university, and encourage critical thinking. (MJP)
Descriptors: Academic Persistence, College Freshmen, Educational Experience, Geography Instruction

Brown, Harold; Salisch, Sandra – College Teaching, 1996
An interdisciplinary program for freshmen at Pace University (New York) focused on development of critical thinking, nonverbal communication, writing, and speaking skills. Two sections of an English course, two of a public speaking course, and one of philosophy adopted common texts, common themes, and cross-disciplinary reinforcement of skills.…
Descriptors: Academic Persistence, College Freshmen, College Instruction, Critical Thinking