Special Teaching Leaves

1997-1998

David Cassidy (Chemistry), "Writing a Textbook for Non-Science Majors," worked on textbook for a 2-semester course and an accompanying instructor manual. He also applied for and was awarded a grant for $250,000 from the Carnegie Corporation to continue work on the project.

Kevin LaGrandeur (English), "Teaching Writing in a Computer-Interactive Class," developed a workshop to train instructors in the use of the Daedalus computer software in classroom instruction.

Sharon Whitton (Curriculum & Teaching), "Middle Grade Mathematics: Issues and Ideas from LIMM," compiled, edited, and disseminated materials developed during the Leadership in Middle Grade Mathematics project.