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Kennelly, Brendan; Considine, John; Flannery, Darragh – National Academy for Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning (NJ1), 2009
The use of computer-based automated assignment systems in economics has expanded significantly in recent years. The most widely used system is Aplia which was developed by Paul Romer in 2000. Aplia is a computer application designed to replace traditional paper-based assignments in economics. The main features of Aplia are: (1) interactive content…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Evidence
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Hawcroft, David – Journal of Biological Education, 2007
It is common to find students believing that they have a high skill level in computer use yet this does not normally include proficiency in the use of computer packages for data presentation. This exercise develops team work in data collection, requires the production of a simple spreadsheet, and the exporting of the data from that into one or…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Data Collection, Biological Sciences, Computer Literacy
Dunn, Dana S., Ed.; Smith, Randolph A., Ed.; Beins, Barney, Ed. – Lawrence Erlbaum Associates (Bks), 2007
This book provides a showcase for "best practices" in teaching statistics and research methods in two- and four-year colleges and universities. A helpful resource for teaching introductory, intermediate, and advanced statistics and/or methods, the book features coverage of: (1) ways to integrate these courses; (2) how to promote ethical conduct;…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Statistics, Research Methodology, Higher Education