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Mayfield, Craig K. – Journal of Developmental & Remedial Education, 1982
Describes Brigham Young University's reading and study skills course for law students, which is designed to increase reading speed and comprehension. Explains the use of the FAIR (Facts, Action, Issues, and Reasoning) system for analyzing law cases. Covers student reactions and modifications implemented in course design. (AYC)
Descriptors: Content Area Reading, Critical Reading, Higher Education, Law Students
Erlich, Howard S. – 1980
A study was conducted to test a method of instruction designed to incorporate communication and reasoning skills into the regular content of liberal arts courses. Eleven instructors teaching in nine liberal arts disciplines were trained in the areas of reading and study skills, writing, speaking and listening, and reasoning. Instructors were…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Content Area Reading, Critical Thinking, Higher Education
