Background
Warren, Russell Glen was born on April 29, 1942 in Baltimore. Son of Clarence N. and Kathryn (Butler) Warren.
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Carpe Diem was written to transform student attitudes about their studies from those of "hourly workers" sitting in lectures and dutifully taking notes to an attitude which reflects student ownership of their education. The motivation for this book comes from compelling evidence that being an active rather than a passive learner will make a significant difference in life's successes. This book emphasizes that acquiring factual information is critically important, but knowing facts is not enough. Successful people must also acquire broad skills including writing, speaking, interpersonal skills, initiative, time management, assertiveness and reasoning ability. The specific teaching and learning techniques discussed include the discussion method, computer assisted instruction, laboratory instruction, simulation, the case method, intensive reading and writing, student journals, and cooperative learning including student affairs activities. Carpe Diem also provides the rationale for these learning techiques. In addition, it helps students develop a personal plan and connects that plan with active learning outcomes. Finally, the book offers appendices on the relevance of specific general education subjects and on how to choose a college that supports active learning.
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Warren, Russell Glen was born on April 29, 1942 in Baltimore. Son of Clarence N. and Kathryn (Butler) Warren.
Bachelor of Business Administration, University Richmond, 1964. Doctor of Philosophy, Tulane University, 1968.
Assistant professor to associate professor University Richmond, Virginia, 1971—1974, dean, 1974—1976, assistant to president for academy affairs, 1976—1978. Vice president academy affairs University Montevallo, Alabama, 1978-1984, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Virginia, 1984-1990, vice president academy affairs, acting president, 1986—1987. President Northeast Missouri State University, Kirksville, 1990—1994.
Distinguished professor economics, management Hardin-Simmons University, Abilene, Texas, 1995-1997, director Center for Research Teaching and Learning, 1995-1997. Executive vice president, provost Mercer University, Macon, Georgia, 1997—2002. Professor economics Southern Wesleyan University, 2003—2006.
Private practice consultant. Provost Florida Southern College, since 2009. Chairman advisory board College Humanities, Social Science College Charleston, South Carolina, 1999—2007.
Captain United States Army, 1969-1971.
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Board directors Virginia Rural Development Corporation, Richmond, 1975-1978, American College Building Arts, 2005-2008. Vice president Kiawah Island Community Association, 2006-2007, chairman board, 2007-2008. Member of American Council on Education (council of fellows), American Association Colleges and Universities (board directors 1994-1995).