Research and Teaching: Using Learning-Styles Data to Design a Microbiology Course: Addressing a Spectrum of Learning Styles at the University of Puerto Rico

Journal Article | November 1999

Studies in learning theory indicate that active learning is more effective than passive learning (Matthews, Cooper, Davidson, and Hawkes 1995; McKeachie 1980). Today’s students must be independent thinkers who can…

Research and Teaching: Investigating Introductory Nonmajor Biology Students’ Self-Regulated Learning Strategies Through the Implementation of a Reflective-Routine

Journal Article | June 2019

This study examines students’ selfreported self-regulated learning strategies tied to summative assessment in a nonmajors introductory biology course through a reflective-routine intervention.

Creating a STEM Culture for Teaching and Learning (e-book)

eBook | July 2017

This is the book that will flip the way you think about STEM from “not me” to “I’m in!” Author Jeff Weld is the director of the acclaimed Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council. He sees STEM as “a white-hot,…

Learning Together: Understanding and appreciating students' cultural backgrounds

Journal Article | February 2003

Understanding and appreciating students’ cultural backgrounds facilitate learning in a Department of Defense (DoD) science classroom. Diversity in the science classroom is both a challenge and an opportunity—a challenge…

Perspectives: Learning to Observe <em>and</em> Infer

Journal Article | January 2008

Researchers describe the need for students to have multiple opportunities and social interaction to learn about the differences between observation and inference and their role in developing scientific explanations (…

Three Keys to Success in Science for Students With Learning Disabilities

Journal Article | October 2011

Students with learning disabilities often need additional supports and structure in inquiry classrooms. The authors describe three ways teachers can enhance the achievement of these students: focusing on big ideas,…

Long-Term Impact of Service Learning in Environmental Studies

Journal Article | December 2011

Long-term impacts from a senior course in Environmental Studies were evaluated by a survey of program graduates who had participated in the course over an eight-year period. Survey respondents indicated that the course…

Perspectives: Action Research: Inquiring Into Science Teaching and Learning

Journal Article | August 2007

Teachers and schools are required by the No Child Left Behind Act to use research-based instructional practices. Although we often think of research as something university professors do, teachers can contribute to the…