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Investigative Learning in Undergraduate Freshman Biology Laboratories: A Pilot Project at Virginia Tech—New Roles for Students and Teachers in an Experimental Design Laboratory

What turned these kids on is an investigative approach—where they could do the thinking. Although the advantages of investigative laboratories have already been documented, this report is unique because it focuses on changing faculty perspectives ...

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Research and Teaching: Evolution vs. Conservative Religious Beliefs—Can Biology Instructors Assist Students with Their Dilemma?

There are several topics that give students concern, but evolution is the most troubling subject area covered in biology courses. The purpose of this study is to assess the students' understanding and acceptance of the credibility of the scientific e...

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An Integrated Content/Process Approach to Teaching Science to Elementary Teachers: Bridging the Gap Between Teacher Training Programs and the Sciences at a California State University Campus

The California State University campus at San Marcos introduced a new teaching model, CPAE (Content-Process-Application-Evaluation), to improve science teacher education. This article helps to understand how the CPAE approach effectively overcomes m...

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Society for College Science Teaching: Reform and Improvement of University-Level Science Teaching—A New Book that Serves as a Guide to Breaking Ineffective Teaching Habits

In this column the leadership of SCST shares its views with JCST readers. This month’s issue features a new book, Methods of Effective Teaching and Course Management, an excellent resource for college and university teachers committed to reform an...

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On the Road to Damascus—Technology, Fear, and Fear of Technology

Computer and computer technology have become a revolutionary force for reshaping both society and education at all levels. This revolution is taking place in both the developed and developing world with far-reaching consequences....