The Enhancement of Student's Learning in Both Lower-Division and Upper-Division Classes by a Quiz-Based Approach

In this study, an investigation into the proper use of weekly quizzes in chemical engineering program has been conducted. The traditional weekly homework assignments were replaced with weekly paper quizzes. Achievement levels of students were compared with those students who learn through traditiona...

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Published in:Chemical engineering education 2012-06, Vol.46 (3), p.213
Main Author: Faraji, Sepideh
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Academic Achievement
Chemical Engineering
College Instruction
College Students
Engineering Education
Homework
Instructional Effectiveness
Instructional Improvement
Student Evaluation
Student Improvement
Teaching Methods
Tests
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Summary:In this study, an investigation into the proper use of weekly quizzes in chemical engineering program has been conducted. The traditional weekly homework assignments were replaced with weekly paper quizzes. Achievement levels of students were compared with those students who learn through traditional homework assignments only. The results show the quiz-based learning approach improves students' learning in both lower division and upper division classes.
ISSN:0009-2479