ConcepTests part of Teaching Methods:ConcepTests
ConcepTests are conceptual multiple-choice questions that focus on one key concept of an instructor's learning goals for a lesson. When coupled with student interaction through peer instruction, ConcepTests represent a rapid method of formative assessment of student understanding.

Barbour's Typologies part of Teaching Methods:Structured Academic Controversy:Examples
Philosophical overview of Evolution and Science Controversy Typologies and information taken primarily from Ian G. Barbour, When science meets religion: Enemies, strangers, or partners? Conflict - first codified ...

Use of the Classroom Performance System part of Introductory Courses:Activities
The use of hand held remote systems in class helps to solidify the information presented in lecture and allows the lecturer to assess student understanding. Students feel as though they are participating more with ...

Course profile: Undergraduate Research Problems part of Strong Geoscience Departments:Degree Programs:Courses
University of Akron Independent study Information for this profile was provided by John Szabo in 2007. Jump down to Overview and Context * Course Content * Connecting to the Future of Science * Goals and ...