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ERIC Number: EJ1235604
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2019-Nov
Pages: 8
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-0047-231X
EISSN: N/A
Research and Teaching: Integrating Engineering Design in Undergraduate Biology Using a Life Science Design Task
Radlof, Jeffrey D.; Guzey, Selcen; Eichinger, David; Capobianco, Brenda M.
Journal of College Science Teaching, v49 n2 p45-52 Nov 2019
This study examines the initial integration of engineering design in an introductory preservice elementary biology content course using a life science design task focused on composting. The task, informed by a three-dimensional learning approach, required preservice teachers to research and model the process and use of composting to help the citizens of Puerto Rico recover after the destruction caused by Hurricanes Irma and Maria. Data were gathered using concept assessments, design task assignments, and critical course reflections. Findings indicated that students made significant science learning gains, demonstrated knowledge about modeling, and exhibited an informed perspective of the design task as personally relevant. By exploring the initial implementation of the compost design experience, the authors aim to make visible the potential benefits of introducing an engineering design task informed by a three-dimensional learning approach on student science learning and relevancy.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education; Elementary Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: National Science Foundation (NSF)
Authoring Institution: N/A
Grant or Contract Numbers: 1626197