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Hamilton, Todd M. – College Teaching, 2000
Describes a collaborative writing project at Adrian College in Michigan. Students in a general chemistry class collaborated with those from a freshman writing course; the intention was to have students combine their talents to improve their ability to express scientific ideas in a clear and accurate manner. Discusses student reactions and…
Descriptors: Collaborative Writing, College Instruction, Interdisciplinary Approach, Technical Writing
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Ganguli, Aparna B. – College Teaching, 1989
A study investigated the effectiveness of integrating writing instruction in a developmental mathematics course as a means of improving overall student performance. It was found that while adding writing instruction did reduce slightly the amount of time available for mathematics instruction, student performance was also better. (MSE)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, College Instruction, Developmental Studies Programs, Higher Education
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Sills, Caryl K. – College Teaching, 1991
Monmouth College (New Jersey) paired one section of freshman composition with introductory sociology. This section focused on expository composition skills serving sociological inquiry, such as comparing and contrasting, critically analyzing written text, and supporting a position through reasoned argument. The paper discusses theoretical…
Descriptors: College Instruction, Experimental Curriculum, Freshman Composition, Higher Education
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Shibli, Abdullah – College Teaching, 1992
In college courses in statistics and computer programing, learning can be enhanced when students are required to express formulas and notations in writing. This approach helps improve concept formation, comprehension, problem solving, and ability to draw conclusions and interpretations. Attention to syntax and form is important. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Instruction, College Mathematics, Comprehension, Computer Science