Describes changes in a required library research course at the State University of New York College at Plattsburgh that focused on providing information more directly related to students' fields of study. Differences in the content for various disciplines are discussed, problems are described, and future plans are considered. (LRW)

Analysis of questionnaire responses of 473 secondary academic teachers indicated that most felt successful in teaching students with special needs. However, over one-third had received no preparation in this area. Perceptions were affected by education; participation in undergraduate, graduate, and inservice training on special needs students; and…

The relationship between teaching as a knowledge endeavor and teaching as a moral enterprise is examined using episodes from elementary school teaching of social studies and mathematics as sites for the analysis. The analysis shows that concerns for the intellectual and the moral are ultimately inseparable. (SLD)

Examines the 1997 "Handbook of the Undergraduate Curriculum," a 34-chapter "operating manual and desk reference" to the college curriculum. Assert that, while the dominant trend in higher education in the 20th century has been specialization and proliferation of programs and courses, a historic reversal of this trend is occurring, with…

Examined the multivariate effects of various course characteristics on student ratings of faculty at a Hong Kong university. Data consisted of 4996 course average ratings from 25 departments over two academic years. Significant differences were found in student ratings across academic disciplines, class size groups, course levels, types of course,…

Explores historical and intellectual causes for the lack of interdisciplinarity between language education and development economics. Reviews three development settings in Bangladesh, Egypt, and Latin America that illustrate the need to devolve responsibility for development and notes language and literacy play a vital role in this process.…

Surveys a national sample of new faculty members in communication departments to identify features of organizational socialization. Examines perceptions of socialization for the job interview and the orientation activities. Finds that amount of time spent in orientation activities is the best predictor of satisfaction upon arrival. (SR)

Discusses the problem of designing a centrally managed Web site that adequately supports students across the institution and presents a strategy for developing a site that meets departmental needs. Considers the need to develop skills in lifelong learning within a discipline-specific setting and includes a case study from the University College…

Describes a study that analyzed how students in three different Swedish university programs conceived of the meaning of problem-based learning and how they experienced their studies within a problem-based learning program. Discusses learning in context, social interaction, meta-cognitive reasoning and self-directed learning, and academic cultures.…

Examines the scale and determinants of alumni giving, using datasets from two public-sector UK universities. Considers the importance of alumni giving as revenue and performance measures, comparing UK with U.S. alumni behaviors. Women are more likely to give; high-income grads, particularly lawyers, give greater amounts. (Contains 35 references.)…

Argues that attempts to provide university students in the United Kingdom with generic skills (such as study and information technology skills) are hampered by the differing needs and expectations of various disciplines and courses and of diverse student population groups. Describes and critically analyzes a case study of one such course,…

Describes CaMILE (Collaborative and Multimedia Interactive Learning Environment), an online forum for collaboration and reflection. Topics include project-based learning, collaborative domain-relevant student discussions, a model for understanding collaboration tool use, examples of using CaMILE in various university disciplines, and use of the…

Discusses general education as a foundational discipline within the educational sciences. Refers to the Nordic and German traditions of general education, or "Allgemeine Padogogik," which covers what the Anglo-American world refers to as educational theory and philosophy. Reports that today the interest towards the philosophy and theory…

The American Association for the Advancement of Science's Project 2061 aims to identify the knowledge and habits of mind comprising literacy in science, mathematics, and technology. Panels of experts recommended a common core of learning based on utility, social responsibility, intrinsic and philosophical value, and childhood enrichment. (MLH)

Entrepreneurship programs and courses are offered by many business schools to support students who aspire to start, own, and operate businesses. Although these offerings are directed primarily toward business majors, based on data the authors collected from over 700 students, many nonbusiness majors also possess entrepreneurial characteristics and…