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Favorite Demonstration: Microbe Wars: A Demonstration of Microbial Antagonism—A Vivid Example of Microorganism Interaction

This article describes an exercise ideal for use in an introductory biology or microbiology class. It requires no specialized equipment, little expert...

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Society for College Science Teaching (SCST): Creating a Learning-Friendly Curriculum—Striving to Assure that our Seeds of Thought are Viable and can Germinate and Grow if Sown in the Right Mental Fields

In this column the President of SCST shares his views with JCST readers. This month’s issue focuses on the importance of teachers making sure that t...

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Phytochemistry and Culture: Connecting Science to Students' Experiences

This article focuses on science content that will draw from the lived experiences of culturally diverse students and foster an excitement about the tr...

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Facilitating the Reading/Discussion Connection in the Interactive Classroom: "Discovery Questions" Help Create Independent Learners

If students are to achieve the higher level of learning that occurs as a result of interactive classroom strategies and discussions, teachers must acc...

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Research and Teaching: The Constructivist Learning Environment Survey May Help Halt Student Exodus from College Science Courses—Comparing Students' Preferences and Perceptions of Constructivist-Style Teaching Environments

The Constructivist Learning Environment Survey (CLES) appears to hold promise as a method of assessing college science learning environments. However,...

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Science at a Distance: Nontraditional Students Realize their Academic Goals Utilizing an Alberta University Distance-Education Program

With the increased availability of new technologies, distance educators have the opportunity to design science courses that provide students with a wi...