The Undergraduate Curriculum in Higher Education is a comprehensive book written by Paul Leroy Dressel that delves into the intricacies of designing, implementing, and evaluating undergraduate curricula in higher education institutions. The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different aspect of the curriculum. Part one provides an overview of the history and evolution of undergraduate curricula, examining the various factors that have influenced their development over time. This section also explores the ...
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The Undergraduate Curriculum in Higher Education is a comprehensive book written by Paul Leroy Dressel that delves into the intricacies of designing, implementing, and evaluating undergraduate curricula in higher education institutions. The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different aspect of the curriculum. Part one provides an overview of the history and evolution of undergraduate curricula, examining the various factors that have influenced their development over time. This section also explores the different types of curricula that exist, including general education, major-specific, and interdisciplinary curricula.Part two focuses on the design and implementation of undergraduate curricula. Dressel provides detailed guidance on how to develop a curriculum that is aligned with the institution's mission and goals, as well as how to engage faculty and other stakeholders in the process. This section also covers topics such as course sequencing, assessment, and program evaluation.Part three of the book is devoted to the evaluation of undergraduate curricula. Dressel discusses various methods for assessing the effectiveness of a curriculum, including student learning outcomes, faculty evaluations, and program reviews. He also explores the role of accreditation in the evaluation process.Overall, The Undergraduate Curriculum in Higher Education is an essential resource for anyone involved in the development, implementation, or evaluation of undergraduate curricula in higher education institutions. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the field, as well as practical guidance and insights that can be applied in a variety of contexts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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