A literature review found that (1) many students and nurses held negative views of the elderly, affecting career choices; (2) gerontological content in baccalaureate nursing programs ranged from little or none to adequate; and (3) a severe shortage of faculty prepared to teach gerontological nursing and negative attitudes toward this…

Describes a nine-step method for the design and production of instructional television courses used for distance learning instruction in higher education. A team approach is described, including the faculty member, instructional designer, and a design/production team; constructing a course map is discussed; and formative evaluation is explained.…

Ten steps for teaching about sexuality are (1) identify the task; (2) identify the participants; (3) clarify personal views; (4) clarify teacher role and resources; (5) assess the community context; (6) enlist cooperation; (7) select teaching materials and methods; (8) prepare to handle sensitive issues; (9) make a teaching plan; and (10) make a…

A survey of 200 colleges and universities was undertaken to determine to what extent a multicultural approach was used to prepare students to write screenplays for multicultural audiences. Content of scriptwriting courses was also analyzed and instructor attitudes assessed. Although teachers agreed stereotyping was undesirable, few included the…

A survey of schools and programs for deaf children (120 respondents) found that 57 percent offered Deaf Studies usually covering deaf culture and deaf history. Most Deaf Studies programs used published instructional materials and classroom teachers. Schools that did not teach Deaf Studies reported lack of curricula and materials as their primary…

Presents strategies to help college and university professors provide practical skills needed by qualified aerobic dance instructors. An in-depth course emphasizing sound teaching strategies helps prepare dance exercise teachers. The article describes how the physical education department at San Diego State University offers aerobic dance…

Inclusion of race-related content in a college course identified three sources of resistance to learning about racism: race as taboo topic; myth of meritocracy; and denial of personal connection to racism. Strategies for reducing resistance include a safe classroom climate; opportunity for self-generated knowledge; model of racial identity…

Uses data from a questionnaire survey to describe practicing sociologists' views on sociological practice and its role in an introductory sociology course. Finds respondents identified five areas as most relevant to teach. Reports practitioners willing to share their work and concerned that students learn about sociological practices. (Author/NL)

Argues that rationales for citizenship education in a democracy and findings from empirical research provide persuasive reasons for putting controversial issues at the center of economic education. Summarizes research findings on the development of political interest and efficacy in students. Offers suggestions on how to handle controversial…

Describes a college level course in opera for nonmusic education students. Contends that students benefited from the enriching experience of the course. Includes a list of 10 operas recommended for an introductory course. (CFR)

Discussion of intercultural training for businesses in global markets focuses on a course design for a program to improve interpersonal interactions with South Korean business professionals. Segments of the course are described, including a historical overview, cultural background, social interaction norms, communication style, business…

Provides an hour-by-hour description of one first-grade teacher's schedule for the first day of school, emphasizing the need to help the students develop (1) a sense of community; (2) the desire to write; (3) an appreciation for the arts, math, and science; (4) an understanding of other peoples and cultures; and (5) the desire to become readers.…

It is proposed that literature can contribute to the teaching of human values in pharmaceutical education. Two texts illustrating pertinent issues are examined, and the process and relevance of literature instruction in humanistic education are discussed. Where, when, and why to integrate literature into the pharmacy curriculum are also addressed.…

Reports findings from a survey of two-year and four-year college microbiology teachers in Texas, identifying the skills and knowledge identified by senior college faculty as prerequisites to upper-level microbiology courses and differences in the depth of cover of curricular items between two- and four-year institutions. (DMM)

Argues against a graduate field of study in world history as too general. Suggests developing a specialization in comparative history to encompass major culture areas. Uses multiple elements to develop comparative history courses. Proposes graduate seminars where students discuss works in cross-cultural comparative history. (NL)