Publication Type: Conference Paper/Unpublished Manuscript
Abstract: In http://www.maa.org/features/readbook.html, Tommy Ratliff and I argued for the value and effectiveness of before-class reading assignments in a variety of classes. We also documented our approach to these assessments in which we have students submit their responses via email prior to class. In the seven years since that article was published, I have regularly employed a variety of similar assignments in a wide range of classes. My goals in talk are to share an overview of options that my GVSU colleagues and I have used for different types of reading-based assignments in courses other than those discussed in the aforementioned article (for example, in a bridge course, a differential equations course, a voting theory course, and a senior capstone), to present new ideas for the streamlined receipt and grading of such assignments via email, and to offer further evidence of the effects of this approach in its support of student learning.

Publication Type: Conference Paper/Unpublished Manuscript
Abstract: The Chinese government considers the Beijing Olympics as a great opportunity to present a positive image of China, to gain recognition and respect from the world, and to accelerate economic growth in Beijing and surrounding area. Meanwhile, other political forces and interest groups deem the Games as an exceptional opportunity to advance their agendas by bringing international attention to the dark side of the Chinese government’s practices and polices and pressing it to make changes. Against this backdrop, this study explores how people with different cultural backgrounds decode the messages related to the Beijing Olympics and China. To be specific, I examine how Americans, Chinese living in the United States and Chinese living in Beijing understand the Games and perceive China.

Publication Type: Session Paper
Abstract: The Chinese government considers the Beijing Olympics as a great opportunity to
present a positive image of China, and to gain recognition from the world. Meanwhile,
other political forces use the opportunity to advance their agendas by bringing
international attention to the dark side of the Chinese government’s practices and
polices and. Against this backdrop, this study explores how people with different
cultural backgrounds decode the messages related to the Beijing Olympics and China. The paper concludes by discussing the implications of the findings for the trend of globalization.

Publication Type: Conference Paper/Unpublished Manuscript
Abstract: Two graduate education programs whose goal is to prepare qualified teachers, will be discussed in this presentation. These models serve as examples of successful partnerships between schools and universities. Implementation issues and problems will be presented and discussed. In addition, qualitative and quantitative data will be presented to demonstrate the strengths and areas of difficulties found in the establishment and development of these programs

Publication Type: Conference Paper/Unpublished Manuscript
Abstract: The HEC consists of instructors from teacher education and educational administration departments at Texas universities, community colleges, and alternative certification programs who work together to ensure integration of SBRR.