Reading, Writing - Energy: An NSF CCLI Project to Enhance a Freshman Core Curriculum Natural Science Course

摘要

ENGR 101 is a natural science core curriculum course offered every semester to non-engineering majors at a Research-I university in Texas. With particular emphasis on energy and its sustainability, this course aims at helping students develop critical thinking and effective communication skills to become responsible and scientifically literate citizens. Unique elements in the course design include the student population it targets, the skills and knowledge it emphasizes, and the varied conduct of the class meetings.