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Direct linkDai, David Yun; Steenbergen-Hu, Saiying – Roeper Review, 2015
This article introduces the Special Class for the Gifted Young (SCGY), an early college entrance program in mathematics and science in China, which has been a focus for media coverage and public discussion of accelerated education in China. We first describe the admission policy and academic programming of SCGY and delineate its distinct features.…
Descriptors: Special Programs, Acceleration (Education), College Admission, Admission Criteria
Download full textCullinane, Jenna – Institute for Higher Education Policy, 2009
In 2006, the National Science Foundation (NSF) began funding the Model Replication Institutions (MRI) program, which sought to improve the quality, availability, and diversity of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. Faced with pressing national priorities in the STEM fields and chronic gaps in postsecondary…
Descriptors: Science Course Improvement Projects, Science Education, Outreach Programs, Educational Improvement
Shaffer, Christopher D.; Alvarez, Consuelo; Bailey, Cheryl; Barnard, Daron; Bhalla, Satish; Chandrasekaran, Chitra; Chandrasekaran, Vidya; Chung, Hui-Min; Dorer, Douglas R.; Du, Chunguang; Eckdahl, Todd T.; Poet, Jeff L.; Frohlich, Donald; Goodman, Anya L.; Gosser, Yuying; Hauser, Charles; Hoopes, Laura L. M.; Johnson, Diana; Jones, Christopher J.; Kaehler, Marian; Kokan, Nighat; Kopp, Olga R.; Kuleck, Gary A.; McNeil, Gerard; Moss, Robert; Myka, Jennifer L.; Nagengast, Alexis; Morris, Robert; Overvoorde, Paul J.; Shoop, Elizabeth; Parrish, Susan; Reed, Kelynne; Regisford, E. Gloria; Revie, Dennis; Rosenwald, Anne G.; Saville, Ken; Schroeder, Stephanie; Shaw, Mary; Skuse, Gary; Smith, Christopher; Smith, Mary; Spana, Eric P.; Spratt, Mary; Stamm, Joyce; Thompson, Jeff S.; Wawersik, Matthew; Wilson, Barbara A.; Youngblom, Jim; Leung, Wilson; Buhler, Jeremy; Mardis, Elaine R.; Lopatto, David; Elgin, Sarah C. R. – CBE - Life Sciences Education, 2010
Genomics is not only essential for students to understand biology but also provides unprecedented opportunities for undergraduate research. The goal of the Genomics Education Partnership (GEP), a collaboration between a growing number of colleges and universities around the country and the Department of Biology and Genome Center of Washington…
Descriptors: Student Research, Active Learning, Biology, Research Opportunities
Martinez-Jimenez, P.; Salas-Morera, L.; Pedros-Perez, G.; Cubero-Atienza, A. J.; Varo-Martinez, M. – IEEE Transactions on Education, 2010
During the last few years, the number of university students choosing to follow engineering degrees has decreased dramatically in Spain. For that reason, several university departments, in collaboration with some high schools, have developed a range of activities in order to promote a higher enrollment rate, to improve the level of mathematics and…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Engineering Education, Enrollment Rate, Engineering
Peer reviewedKilleen, Timothy L. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 2001
Discusses the special needs and opportunities for effective faculty and graduate-student mentoring of undergraduates within an interdisciplinary model. The model was used in a series of large, science-based, interdisciplinary, introductory courses at the University of Michigan, but any interdisciplinary faculty team can apply the lessons learned…
Descriptors: Interdisciplinary Approach, Mentors, Models, Program Descriptions
Peer reviewedWertz, James R. – American Journal of Physics, 1974
Described is an astronomy program at Moorhead State College (Minnesota) for liberal arts students. Facilities and equipment and factors related to the program's success are discussed. Suggestions to others who may want to develop such programs are given. (Author/RH)
Descriptors: Astronomy, College Science, Planetariums, Program Descriptions
Peer reviewedScalzi, Francis V.; Kovacic, Peter – Journal of Chemical Education, 1973
A program is described which embodies a cooperative approach and should, if employed on a nationwide basis, serve to establish solid lines of communication between various colleges and universities on a wide scale. (DF)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Educational Programs, Graduate Study
Pafford, William N. – Sci Educ, 1970
Descriptors: College Science, Curriculum, General Education, Program Descriptions
Hill, Barry H. – 1973
This report describes a marine studies program sponsored by the University of Hawaii. The publication presents the students' own stories of their experiences. An overview of the kind of program, student qualifications and requirements, and scope of the Marine Option Program (MOP) is included in the report. Details are provided relating to (1) the…
Descriptors: Curriculum, Marine Biology, Program Descriptions, Research
History of Science Society. – 1975
Although not a quantitative survey of undergraduate teaching of the history of science, this report presents information obtained from teachers and students nationwide. The report indicates that the classes in the history of science at many schools are filled largely by students majoring in the technical studies of science, engineering and…
Descriptors: Curriculum, Higher Education, History, Program Descriptions
Peer reviewedPhysics Education, 1976
Describes a variety of educational routes by students who do not follow the traditional English pattern (advanced level physics followed by a fulltime honors degree course at a university). (CP)
Descriptors: College Science, Curriculum, Graduate Study, Higher Education
Peer reviewedArmstrong, Jane; Windell, J. T. – American Biology Teacher, 1972
Describes an innovative approach of using undergraduates along with graduate teaching assistants in teaching biology laboratories. Evaluation of the procedure was positive. The teacher-student ratio was decreased, graduate assistants had more time for preparation and informal discussions in the laboratory, and undergraduates gained valuable…
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Instruction, Program Descriptions
Peer reviewedWorthy, Ward – Chemical and Engineering News, 1983
Discusses programs designed to ease shortage of qualified toxicologists including one leading to a bachelor's degree in toxicology at the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science. Also considered are emerging attitudes toward toxicology and educational issues extending beyond the education of students (such as educating the public,…
Descriptors: Bachelors Degrees, College Science, Higher Education, Pharmacology
Peer reviewedHercules, David M. – Chemical and Engineering News, 1978
The Analytical Division of the American Chemical Society (ACS) questions criteria established by the Committee on Professional Training of the same organization concerning the role of analytical chemistry in freshman level courses. (CP)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Freshmen, College Science, Course Content
West, Arthur James, II; Loop, Taylor Henry – Sea World, 1978
Cites the need and traces the development of an interinstitutional undergraduate marine science program. Provides formative evaluation of the program. (CP)
Descriptors: College Science, Curriculum Development, Formative Evaluation, Higher Education
