An innovative course structure which combines a traditional sociology course with a special topic minicourse is described. Possible options for using the structure are discussed. (Author/DE)

Discusses the results of a physics minicourse program for college students; describes how to initiate such a program, including choice of topics, publicizing the courses, and course contents. (MLH)

Noting that recent descriptions of "political correctness" give multiculturalism a negative connotation, this paper explores the role of intercultural communication in a re-considered 1990s view of multicultural education and discusses the design of a conceivable short course that will serve as the foundation for increasing…

Describes nine minicourses in chemistry designed to acquaint the non-science major with practical applications of chemistry in everyday experiences. Each course consists of daily classes for two weeks for one credit and is offered on a credit/no credit basis. (MLH)

Describes a one month course entitled "Chemists in Industry," offered between semesters at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The students visit numerous industries according to a scheduled program and submit reports at the end of the course. (MLH)

Discusses rationale for, goals/organization of, and problems related to geology minicourse program. The program provides a framework for students to construct a tailor-made, individualized course in which a "walk-through" (poster session) replaces the traditional final examination. Includes results of course evaluations and listing of minicourses…

Outlines Communication Capsule Courses offered at Notre Dame College in Saint Louis: a series of six, one credit courses, each offered in a 12-hour block on a Saturday. (JMF)

The purpose of this monograph is to discuss the minicourse as a model for the continuing education of teachers. The first section defines the minicourse and describes its evolution. The second section discusses the characteristics of the minicourses at the Centre for Advancement of Teaching (CAT) at Macquarie University, New South Wales,…

Describes the testing of a "coursette" model of instruction designed to stimulate interest in geology among students at the University of South Carolina. (Author/SA)

An introductory psychology course which used undergraduate-taught minicourses and the Personalized System of Instruction (PSI) approach is described. (DE)

Reports the results of a series of long-range studies that demonstrate that participants in short courses improve their communication skills as much as students enrolled in semester-long college classes. (AEA)

This trainer's manual describes a college level mini-course on moral education. As a result of the course experience, participants will gain an appreciation of the importance of moral education, learn to lead moral discussions, and incorporate relevant moral issues into the elementary and secondary curriculum. There are three parts to the…

Describes and evaluates strategies related to audio-tutorial units in political science at the college level. Aims of the audio-tutorial system are to accomodate diverse student interests, develop a student-centered approach to learning, specify learning objectives, and provide variety in teaching style. (Author/DB)