Introductory science courses play a critical role in the recruitment and retention of undergraduate science majors. In particular, first-year courses are opportunities
to engage students in scientific practices and motivate them to consider scientific careers. We developed an introductory course using a semester-long series of
established laboratory experiments closely aligned with lecture topics that allow students to participate in a cognitive apprenticeship.
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Type Journal ArticlePub Date 9/1/2016Stock # jcst16_046_01_84Volume 046Issue 01