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Bailey, Brad; Spence, Dianna J.; Sinn, Robb – Journal of Statistics Education, 2013
Researchers and statistics educators consistently suggest that students will learn statistics more effectively by conducting projects through which they actively engage in a broad spectrum of tasks integral to statistical inquiry, in the authentic context of a real-world application. In keeping with these findings, we share an implementation of…
Descriptors: Statistics, Curriculum Implementation, Discovery Learning, Learning Activities
Fetta, Iris B. – 1996
This project developed materials for an innovative new approach to calculus for students in business, economics, liberal arts, management, and the social sciences. With the focus on rates and accumulation of change and their interpretations in real life situations, the materials are data driven, technology based, and feature a unique modeling…
Descriptors: Calculus, Cooperative Learning, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Enrichment
Schreier, James W., Ed. – 1977
Five major sections in this directory present information from the Association for Business Simulation and Experiential Learning (ABSEL), including (1) simulations/experiential materials, (2) course descriptions, (3) ABSEL interest directory, (4) ABSEL membership directory, and (5) ABSEL facts and figures. Section 1 contains short summaries of…
Descriptors: Administrator Education, Biographical Inventories, Business Education, Course Descriptions
Clark, Elizabeth J., Ed.; Fritz, Jan M., Ed. – 1984
One of a series of resources for teaching sociology at the postsecondary level, this volume includes outlines of survey, internship, and specialized courses in the field of clinical sociology as well as a selection of classroom exercises developed by clinical sociologists. Material is divided into nine sections. Section I, an introduction,…
Descriptors: Course Content, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Guides, Educational History
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Taub, Diane E. – Teaching Sociology, 1991
In a social psychology class based on experiential learning, students carry out research and interpret a setting by observing social interaction. Settings include correctional facilities, self-help groups, and abuse shelters. Describes students responsibilities, reactions, data collection, analysis, and project findings. Finds students learn…
Descriptors: Class Activities, College Students, Course Content, Course Descriptions
Graham, Duncan – 1974
This 12th grade course in world geography is based on the philosophical assumption that human beings on earth make up a global village of interdependent people. It is world geography with a planetary perspective--an inquiry into the nature of the planet and its dominant species, Homo Sapiens. Seven units cover the following topics on physical and…
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Ecology, Environmental Education, Experiential Learning
Deutschmann, Linda B., Ed.; Wright, Richard A., Ed. – 1984
One of a series of resources for teaching sociology at the postsecondary level, this volume contains syllabi and instructional materials for courses in criminology and criminal justice. Material is divided into four sections. Section 1, innovative approaches to the teaching of criminology, contains four papers which discuss a corrections practicum…
Descriptors: Correctional Rehabilitation, Course Content, Course Descriptions, Crime
Tans, Nancy – 1974
The report describes a model for establishing a small store to be operated by fashion merchandising students for academic credit within a post-secondary school program. It is intended to bridge the gap between graduation and employment by offering the student a hands-on retailing and merchandising experience during school hours before graduation.…
Descriptors: Business Education, Course Content, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development
Little, Mildred J.; Smith, Carole F. – 1979
Designed to be used in conjunction with the book "Canoeing", published by the American Red Cross in 1977, the teaching packet provides assistance in organizing and teaching a basic canoeing class. The packet lists 20 class objectives and details essential and recommended equipment and safety precautions. The packet contains a 15-day unit…
Descriptors: Canoeing, Course Content, Course Descriptions, Course Objectives
Indiana Univ., South Bend. Center for Energy Conservation. – 1979
This third of four sections in a curriculum guide for training energy extension agents contains general introductory materials, an overview of the total curriculum, and four modules: Energy Cost Calculations, Energy Use Survey: Procedure and Techniques, Field Observations (Practicum), and Energy Use Surveys (Practicum). The curriculum is designed…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Behavioral Objectives, Conservation Education, Core Curriculum