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Cases on Research-Based Teaching Methods in Science Education
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de Silva, Eugene, Ed. – IGI Global, 2015
While the great scientists of the past recognized a need for a multidisciplinary approach, today's schools often treat math and science as subjects separate from the rest. This not only creates a disinterest among students, but also a potential learning gap once students reach college and then graduate into the workforce. "Cases on…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Science Education, Hands on Science, Elementary Secondary Education
Handbook of Research on Practices and Outcomes in E-Learning: Issues and Trends
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Yang, Harrison Hao, Ed.; Yuen, Steve Chi-Yin, Ed. – Information Science Reference, 2010
As education continues to integrate technological advancements into learning and instruction, a resource dedicated to the latest findings and implications becomes necessary. This handbook provides academicians, researchers, and practitioners with a comprehensive view of the historical, conceptual, theoretical, and practical perspectives of…
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Educational Research, Educational Practices, Guides
Internet Based Learning: An Introduction and Framework for Higher Education and Business.
French, Deanie, Ed.; Hale, Charles, Ed.; Johnson, Charles, Ed.; Farr, Gerald, Ed. – 1999
This contributed volume is designed for junior college faculty, senior college faculty, and business trainers who wish to integrate new Internet technology for learning. Chapters are as follows: (1) "Preparing for Internet-Based Learning" (Deanie French); (2) "Learning To Learn in a WWW-Based Environment" (Betty Collis and…
Descriptors: Adult Students, Business, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Environment
Community Literacy Programs and the Politics of Change.
Grabill, Jeffrey T. – 2001
The community literacy program of Western District Adult Basic Education in Georgia was examined to demonstrate how the meaning and value of literacy is a function of specific local institutions. The goal of the examination was to theorize literacy by constructing a localized framework for understanding literacy within a given institution in order…
Descriptors: Action Research, Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Adult Programs
The Craft of Teaching Adults. Third Edition.
Barer-Stein, Thelma, Ed.; Kompf, Michael, Ed. – 2001
This book, which is intended as a text for future and experienced adult educators, examines current theories and best practices in adult education. The book consists of 20 chapters written by prominent practitioners in the field of adult education. The chapter titles and authors are as follows: "Teachers Sharing Experiences" (James A. Draper);…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Adult Educators, Adult Learning, Adult Literacy
Supporting Students in Open and Distance Learning. Open and Distance Learning Series.
Simpson, Ormond – 2000
This book, which is intended for individuals involved in recruiting and teaching students in open and distance learning (ODL) situations, examines academic and nonacademic student support issues in ODL. The following are among the topics discussed in the book's 14 chapters: (1) models and definitions of ODL systems; (2) rationale for student…
Descriptors: Academic Advising, Adult Students, Check Lists, Classroom Techniques