The China Papers - Issue 6, November 2006

The China Papers - Volume 6, November 2006

Tertiary Science and Mathematics Teaching for the 21st Century

In this issue...



Physics
 The enlightenment of science education in Western universities1
  Bing Teng, Qingdao University 
 Reflection on modern teaching theory and practice in physics5
  Li Yunfang, Qingdao Technology University 
 Improving the teaching and learning in Modern Physics with contemporary strategies10
  Yanfang Ding, East China Normal University 
 Application of student-centred strategies in teaching a university Physics course in Sichuan University15
  Zhang Hong, Sichuan University 
Chemistry
 Comparison of the chemistry practical work at The University of Sydney and Zhejiang University 17
  Qunfang Lei, Zhejiang University 
 Applying contemporary education strategies to motivate students´ interests in studying Physical Chemistry and to develop lifelong learning skills 23
  Yuqiu Huo, Northeast University 
 What I observed, learnt and thought about tertiary education at The University of Sydney: Comparing, thinking, and planning in science teaching and learning27
  Jian Wan, Central China Normal University 
 How to increase active learning in Structural Chemistry 33
  Shuwei Xia, Ocean University of China 
Information Technology and Computer Science
 The application of contemporary teaching approaches to teaching a course in Java Programming Language 37
  Ding Jihong, Jilin University 
 Applying methods of formative and summative assessment to problem-based learning in computer courses 42
  Feng Yin, Donghua University 
 Improving teaching in Computer Programming by adopting student-centred learning strategies 46
  Hu Xiaohui, Ocean University of China 
 The introduction of contemporary teaching approaches to improve student learning in Fundamentals of C Programming52
  Jie Wu, Guangzhou University 
 Using student-centred teaching strategies to carry out bilingual teaching in a Data Structure course 58
  Lu Pengli, Lanzhou University of Technology 
 Applying a hybrid problem-based learning method to the teaching of computer programming 63
  Yakun Wu, Liaoning University 
 Exploring effective approaches in teaching Principles of Compiler 67
  ZhaoHui Li, Guangzhou University 
 Student-centred pedagogy in Computer Technology Application course design73
  Zhiyun Chen, East China Normal University 
Mathematics and Statistics
 Applications of problem-based learning in teaching Numerical Analysis 78
  Liuxiao Guo, Southern Yangtze University 
 Establishing a Mathematics Learning Centre at Donghua University 82
  Min Chen, Donghua University 
 Using formative assessment to improve teaching and learning in Linear Algebra 88
  Xuyan Huang, Shanghai Institute of Technology 
 Some ideas on how to trigger students´ interest in learning calculus 92
  Zhisong Jiang, East China University of Science and Technology 

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The China Papers Issue 6 November 2006

Published by: UniServe Science, Carslaw Building (F07), The University of Sydney, NSW 2006
Editors: Mary Peat, Mike King and Tom Hubble
ISSN: 1447-9923 (print version)
ISSN: 1447-9931 (online pdf version)
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