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Volume 2, No. 1, Summer 2002
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Editorial

Editorial for Vol. 2 no. 1 of the PRS-LTSN Journal.

Content

Diversifying Assessment 1: Essays and Examinations in Undergraduate History of Science

Louise Jarvis and Joe Cain

Assessment in undergraduate history of science courses relies heavily on set essays and final examinations. While these are useful for some developmental and assessment purposes, neither is an all-purpose tool. This paper sets out some alternatives.

pp. 24-57

Supporting Questioning in Theology and Religious Studies

Kate Crosby, Stephen Pattison and Andrew Skilton

Report of project exploring student perceptions of the conflict between following a particular faith and studying Theology and Religious Studies (TRS).

pp. 58-89

Using Independent Study Groups with Philosophy Students

Katherine Hawley

Report on project on using discussion groups in the study of philosophy.

pp. 90-109

Some Reflections on Recent Philosophy Teaching Scholarship

John Sellars

Discussion piece by the PRS-LTSN academic reviewer of philosophical pedagogical research.

pp. 110-127


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