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Davis, William E., Jr.; Richter, Peyton E. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1981
Describes an interdisciplinary science and humanities curriculum for sophomores developed by the faculty at Boston University's College of Basic Studies. Three core courses (science, social studies, and humanities) are integrated into a year-long course which is team taught. The format includes both lecture and modular teaching approaches. (DS)
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Curriculum Design, Higher Education, Humanities

Smith, Sally K. Sommers; Morrison, Dane A. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1989
Describes an interdisciplinary approach to science learning in settings usually associated with the humanities or social sciences. Explains the program, its rewards and results, the self and identity seminar, why the program works, and ways of adapting the program. (RT)
Descriptors: College Science, Experiential Learning, Humanities, Interdisciplinary Approach

Hamilton, Michael S. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1989
Describes research conducted on the organization of information from many disciplines to teach social issues raised by nuclear technology. States that the social sciences provided the organizational base for most courses examined, courses emphasized moral responsibility and political choice, and syllabi emphasized technological, strategic, and…
Descriptors: College Science, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Global Approach, Higher Education