Includes unit breakdown, texts, instructional resources, bibliography, behavioral objectives, methodology statement, etc. (PD)

Instructions concerning how to teach neuron anatomy and physiology via a one-half hour dramatic presentation involving 30 student volunteers are provided. Data are provided to support the demonstration's value as both a pragmatic aid to comprehension and as an entertaining educational technique. (RM)

Statistics was made more relevant and interesting to participants in a clinical psychology course by having the students go out and find instances of statistical and research applications in products advertised by different companies. The course is described. (Author/RM)

This syllabus, based on a genre approach to experimental works, focuses on exploring film both as a personal expression and as a medium, rather than as mass entertainment. (PD)

The course described here uses an underlying, concrete theme--that of situation-centered explanations of human behavior--to connect several topics in social psychology, thereby enhancing the coherence of the course. Course design and evaluation are discussed. According to students, it was a favorable experience. (RM)

Describes a course designed to teach engineers how to accomplish computer graphics techniques on a limited scale with the Apple computer. The same mathematics and program code will also function for larger and more complex computers. Course content, instructional strategies, student evaluation, and recommendations are considered. (JN)

The report of the National Commission on Excellence in Education concluded with scant information about a need for fine arts in the schools. Outlined is an interdisciplinary course that uses many art forms--literature, opera, and symphonies--to prevent the extinction of music and art education. (RM)

Described is a guitar program that offers an alternative to high school students who otherwise might not be involved in school music. (RM)

A computer is used to individualize student assignments in statistics. The principal benefit of individualized activities is that they emphasize decision-making processes rather than correct answers. Students in an individualized assignment group scored higher on an examination than those in a comparison group. (RM)

Discusses why polymer chemistry should be added to the general chemistry curriculum and what topics are appropriate (listing traditional with related polymer topics). Also discusses when and how these topics should be taught. (JN)

Stresses the importance of teaching acting students how to audition. Describes course content and activities, including a trip to New York City to make audition rounds. (PD)

Describes a course on human memory in which the students keep a diary of instances of forgetting during the semester. These examples can then be used for analysis by the individual, the instructor, or the class. (RM)

Present research into the psychophysical process affecting illness and health is providing an awareness that a person cannot be treated piecemeal. Described is an experiential course in holistic health that was favorably received by students and had a significant impact on them. (RM)

Surveys the variations among accredited public relations programs and shows where and what types of changes would be required to make the content of programs consistent with the recommendations of the 1975 and 1981 Commissions on Public Relations Education. (PD)

Analyzing literary materials to discern relationships between sociological variables is an established mode of scholarly inquiry which can easily be used in the instruction of sociology. A step-by-step method for writing a sociological book review is outlined and discussed. (RM)