Signature Learning Experience at SU

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An Overview Of Signature Learning With Special Reference To Its Future Adoption At Stellenbosch University

Dr Linda Smith compiled the above-mentioned report in 2011.  This document responds to a brief to make recommendations regarding the nature of a Signature Learning Experience (hereafter abbreviated to “SLE”) to be incorporated within the broad programme of Stellenbosch University (SU), with the additional requirement that this Signature Learning Experience also address the goals of the Hope Project.

For the report and appendices, click on the links below.

Final report 22 September 2011
Appendices A and B

Capstone Courses – An Overview

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Dr Linda Smith compiled a resource on Capstone Courses, that is structured as follows:

This report begins by defining a capstone course and its purpose. It then looks at examples of capstone courses and associated teaching methods in order to present readers with options for implementation. This is followed by a section addressing strengths and weaknesses of capstone courses, critiques, challenges and recommendations.

Click on this link to access the report.  Capstone Courses – An Overview