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Nation, Paul – Guidelines, 1991
Based on the importance of "tasks" in teaching/learning, this article focuses on problem-solving tasks in a language classroom. Steps include focusing on a learning goal and topic; deciding on the problem and outcome; specifying the context of the problem; and splitting the information and assigning roles. (Contains eight references.) (LB)
Descriptors: Class Size, Foreign Countries, Large Group Instruction, Learning Activities

Schieman, Mitchell; Whittaker, Steve – Journal of Optometric Education, 1990
The Pennsylvania College of Optometry's experience in implementing problem-based learning, usually used in small classes, in a large group instructional situation in a traditional, subject-based optometric curriculum is described. Development of a modified approach, simulated patient problems, weekly quizzes, patient notes, large- and small-group…
Descriptors: Allied Health Occupations Education, Class Size, Critical Thinking, Curriculum Design

Duncan-Hewitt, Wendy Carolyn – American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education, 1996
To address specific difficulties with self-directed problem-based learning in a large-group pharmacy course, one teacher experimented with use of structured dialogs with small groups of students to provide support, emphasize process, explore concepts, and discuss assessment. Course structure, classroom experiences, and success in addressing the…
Descriptors: Allied Health Occupations Education, Class Size, Higher Education, Instructional Effectiveness

Frederick, Peter J. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1987
Suggestions to help faculty discover ways of achieving interactive, investigatory, and intimate learning environments in large settings are provided. The instructional objective is to empower students to take responsibility for their own learning. (MLW)
Descriptors: Brainstorming, Class Size, College Instruction, College Students

Delafuente, Jeffrey C.; And Others – American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education, 1994
A third-year pharmacology course in a doctoral pharmacy program that is case based and intended for a large class is described. Aspects discussed include learning objectives, course organization, classroom activities, case selection and design, faculty involvement, grading, and areas identified for improvement. (MSE)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Class Size, College Faculty, Course Content