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Direct linkPierre, J. W.; Tuffner, F. K.; Anderson, J. R.; Whitman, D. L.; Ula, A. H. M. S.; Kubichek, R. F.; Wright, C. H. G.; Barrett, S. F.; Cupal, J. J.; Hamann, J. C. – IEEE Transactions on Education, 2009
This paper describes a one-credit laboratory course for freshmen majoring in electrical and computer engineering (ECE). The course is motivational in nature and exposes the students to a wide range of areas of electrical and computer engineering. The authors believe it is important to give freshmen a broad perspective of what ECE is all about, and…
Descriptors: Introductory Courses, Problem Based Learning, Computer Science, Engineering
Peer reviewedMacKinnon, Marjorie M. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1999
Reports a study of motivation among 36 University of Hong Kong first-year students during their first exposure to problem-based learning, with data drawn from student journals, pre- and post-semester measures of learning-style preference, and course evaluations. Results indicate significant changes in learning-style preference, from…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, College Freshmen, College Instruction, College Students
Peer reviewedPavelich, Michael J.; And Others – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1995
In an integrated four-course sequence, Colorado School of Mines engineering and science students work on open-ended, real-world problems prepared by government agencies and private companies that interact as clients with student teams. The program fosters intellectual development, teamwork, and communication skills. (Author/MSE)
Descriptors: College Freshmen, College Instruction, College Science, College Sophomores
