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www.studentthink.molecularbiology
The Internet contains vast resources and information that students can use to study science. In particular, some molecular biology sites provide access to analytical programs and databases used by research scientists. This article focuses on two of t...
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Evolution: Don't Debate, Educate
Although controversies will undoubtedly continue, scientists should balance their desire for political, legal, and educational confrontation with creationists with the long-term goal of educating all students about science....
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Mole Mapping: Using a graphing calculator as a tool for solving mole problems
A mole map is a concept map that outlines the process for solving mole problems. In these activities the approach to using a mole map is by having students individually create and develop a map based on data analysis using a graphing calculator. The ...
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A Peer-Reviewed Research Assignment for Large Classes
One way science educators can integrate writing, critical-thinking and team-building skills into their curriculum is by incorporating a collaborative, peer-evaluated research paper assignment. This type of exercise reduces an instructor’s heavy gra...
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Commentary: Let Fossils Make the Case
An opinion piece about how to teach evolution to students who already have misconceptions....
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The Case Study: The Wolf, the Moose, and the Fir Tree
This analysis case study is based on an article that appeared in Science entitled “Wolves, Moose, and Tree Rings on Isle Royal,” by B. E. McLaren and R. O. Peterson (1994). Although developed for a sophomore ecology class, this case has been taug...