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Critical thinking is often seen as a universal goal of higher education but is seldom confirmed as an outcome. This study was conducted to determine whether an introductory level college leadership course that encouraged active learning increased critical thinking skills. A pre- and post-assessment of critical thinking skills was conducted using the Watson-Glaser Critical Thinking Appraisal. Significant increases were found in the Deduction and Interpretation subtests, and total Critical Thinking. Student engagement in active learning techniques within the context of studying interpersonal skills for leadership appeared to increase critical thinking.
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Mnemonic techniques are learning strategies which can enhance learning and improve recall of the information learned. Research has proven that mnemonics are effective aids in learning new, abstract, and/or complex concepts. Most auditing courses are conceptual in nature. Students often experience difficulty understanding auditing concepts, which may appear abstract due to the students' lack of an adequate frame of reference necessary to analyze and understand these concepts. This difficulty can be attributed to students' lack of exposure to real-world accounting systems, source documentation, evidence accumulation, or report writing. Although coursework cannot provide the frame of reference achieved through work experience, accounting educators can provide students with techniques that ...
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Active learning strategies have been established as effective methods to increase student interaction and knowledge retention in the traditional classroom environment. Recently, growth has been seen in the popularity of online learning due to the independence and convenience associated with the medium. We chose to investigate methods for integrating active learning methods into Computer Information Systems (CIS) online classes, and identify methods that apply to the technical nature of CIS, and can be extended to other technical areas such as accounting and digital media. The goal of this paper is to create a model of disciplinary active learning best practices that can be used to increase effectiveness in online CIS (technical area) classrooms. Active learning strategies in traditional...
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Motivational beliefs and learning strategies have a significant effect upon student learning. This study compared motivational beliefs and learning strategies of freshman and upper class students in a normative cross section of college classes with freshman and upper class students in their self-reported most difficult course. Results from The Motivational Strategies for Learning Questionnaire show notable differences in academic class and gender. Students rated more difficult courses as less meaningful, expended less effort, with lower self-efficacy scores. All female groups reported higher test anxiety scores. Both freshman and senior females had lower critical thinking scores than comparable males. This is in sharp contrast with results that showed female scores exceeded male scores ...
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syoung@cnpapers.com 348-4806 Bob Hull believes one of the major tasks of the Putnam County school system is preparing "graduates who must compete and survive in a 21st century world.
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Effective online instructional practices may be applied to online and blended college courses. Carefully orchestrated online discussions support learning well beyond the limited face-to-face course time. Students gain greater depth of academic understanding and leadership skills if cooperative learning groups use research-based process and structure.
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This study investigated the association between motivational factors and course grades for freshman and upper level college students (measured by the Motivated Strategies for Learning Questionaire, MSLQ). Self-efficacy and effort regulation were strong predictors for both groups. Instrinsic motivation was associated with course grades, but not extrinsic. The study suggests the MSLQ may be useful for both university faculty and staff to enhance student diagnosis and learning effectiveness.
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Ross Todd, Associate Professor, Rutgers University, and Director, Center for International Scholarship in School Libraries Kuhlthau, Carol C, Leslie K. Maniotes, and Ann K. Caspari. Learning in the 21st Century (Libraries Unlimited, 2007; 978-1591584353). * Todd says, Noted researcher Kuhlthau has teamed up with a curriculum specialist and a museum educator and to create this foundational text on Guided Inquiry, a dynamic, integrated approach to teaching curriculum content, information literacy, and strategies for learning.
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This article presents strategies for creating an active learning environment in a principles of accounting course. These strategies, which promote independent and lifelong learning, include the use of interactive lecture materials, collaborative in-class exercises, and self-directed out-of-class assignments. The strategies presented should not only assist instructors in teaching a more active and effective introductory accounting course, but also offer the benefits of stimulating and increasing student interest in accounting as a major.
