Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ725449
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2005-Sep-1
Pages: 5
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ISSN: ISSN-0047-231X
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A Theme-Based Approach to Teaching Nonmajors Biology: Helping Students Connect Biology to Their Lives
Chaplin, Susan B.; Manske, Jill M.
Journal of College Science Teaching, v35 n1 p47 Sep 2005
This article describes the curriculum for a highly student-centered human biology course constructed around a series of themes that enables the integration of the same basic paradigms found in a traditional survey lecture course without sacrificing essential content. The theme-based model enhances student interest, ability to integrate knowledge, and independent problem-solving abilities.
Descriptors: Biology, Science Instruction, College Science, Introductory Courses, Science Curriculum, Nonmajors, College Students, Teaching Methods, Course Organization, Student Attitudes, Student Evaluation
National Science Teachers Association, 1840 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201-3000. Tel: 800-722-6782 (Toll Free); Web site: http://www.nsta.org.
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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