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Cochran, Beverly Ray – 1977
This paper addresses the question of whether introductory students are learning the essential concepts of sociology. A study of 18 introductory sociology textbooks, dated from 1973 through 1977, indicates that these basic concepts are not clearly and intelligibly presented. Although over 1500 concepts were included in 18 glossaries, only one…
Descriptors: Definitions, Fundamental Concepts, Glossaries, Higher Education
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O'Thearling, Sibyl; Bickley-Green, Cynthia Ann – Visual Arts Research, 1996
Examines a visual art program for at-risk students that attempts to increase self-esteem, stimulate inquiry, and develop critical thinking through art criticism and self- expression. Summarizes the responses of 11 at-risk students and 35 general education college students to the question, "What is art?" (MJP)
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Art Education, Art Therapy, College Students