Implementing 'Study in Depth' at St. Cloud State University.

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Title: Implementing 'Study in Depth' at St. Cloud State University.
Language: English
Authors: Sherohman, James
Source: Teaching Sociology. Apr 1997 25(2):160-167.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 8
Publication Date: 1997
Intended Audience: Teachers; Practitioners; Researchers
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Descriptive
Descriptors: Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Assessment, Educational Change, Educational Improvement, Educational Quality, Educational Trends, Fixed Sequence, Higher Education, Program Evaluation, Program Implementation, Sociology, Undergraduate Study
ISSN: 0092-055X
Abstract: Recounts a university's attempt to create a more rigorous and rewarding sociology program. Utilizing recommendations from the American Sociological Association the university introduced four levels of sequencing consisting of introductory courses, skills courses, advanced substantive courses, and capstone courses. Concludes that this was a difficult but rewarding transition. (MJP)
Entry Date: 1998
Accession Number: EJ554707
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Recounts a university's attempt to create a more rigorous and rewarding sociology program. Utilizing recommendations from the American Sociological Association the university introduced four levels of sequencing consisting of introductory courses, skills courses, advanced substantive courses, and capstone courses. Concludes that this was a difficult but rewarding transition. (MJP)
ISSN:0092-055X