-
Institutionalizing Undergraduate Research for Geology Majors Through Creative Inquiry Experiences
Journal Article |
The geology program at Clemson University has instituted a new, six-semester-long undergraduate research course sequence that requires student participation in ongoing departmental research projects from their sophomore…
-
Journal Article |
This study took place in a biotechnology laboratory course series that provided students with authentic research experiences. We documented student identities after the experience and explored how these identities…
-
Journal Article |
Undergraduate engineering education in the United States is in need of reform that addresses the recruitment and retention of a diverse population of students. Change Chem is a curriculum reform model that has been…
-
A Middle School Lake Study: Connecting Disciplines Through a Hands-On Experience
Journal Article |
Dip into this cross-disciplinary, hands-on exploration of a local lake that can lead to a community learning experience.
-
Journal Article |
The use of integrated science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) instruction has the affordances of combining harmonious content area connections into real-world experiences that are both engaging and…
-
Journal Article |
This column provides how-to strategies and practical advice for the science teacher. This month’s issue focuses on activities that use a puzzling but accessible phenomenon to engage and familiarize students with…
-
Manna from Heaven or "Clickers" from Hell: Experiences with an Electronic Response System
Journal Article |
Instructors used an electronic response system to enhance student-centered learning in large and small college biology classes. The system worked well to engage students in learning the subject matter and to assess…
-
Journal Article |
This article examines the outcomes of undergraduate research in relation to the individual expectations of students participating in this research.