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Nalini V. Broadbelt; Nevila Jana; Katrina Van Dellen; Kristen Petersen; Martha Gardner; Michelle A. Young – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2024
The faculty at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) recognized the potential benefits for collaborative teaching and learning across disciplines. Research and development of an Interprofessional Case Learning Project (ICLP) laid the foundation for the creation and implementation of a problem-based learning course. This…
Descriptors: Problem Based Learning, Health Education, Health Sciences, Team Teaching
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Karina Lorenz Mrakovcich; Christopher L. LaCasse – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2025
This paper describes the collaboration of a Writing Center director and a professor of a Fisheries Biology course in support of a research paper entitled, "The World Without," which asks students to convince readers of the likely ecological consequences associated with the extinction of a finfish species or aquatic habitat. Opportunities…
Descriptors: Writing (Composition), Laboratories, Biological Sciences, Biodiversity
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Amador, Jose A.; Miles, Libby – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2016
As strong proponents of problem-based learning (PBL), the authors designed and taught an interdisciplinary, team-taught PBL course on Writing Science for the Public at a midsize northeastern state university. This approach led to emphasizing collaboration and experiential learning and resulted in media-rich student projects.
Descriptors: Interdisciplinary Approach, Problem Based Learning, Team Teaching, College Science
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Vaidya, Ashwin – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2015
In this article, the authors describe a project that was developed for an introductory-level physics course. The aim of the project was to encourage the creative process in science, as science is seldom mentioned in discussions about creativity. They sought to engage students in the creative process by posing a collective challenge to the class.…
Descriptors: Creativity, Teamwork, Science Education, Active Learning
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Coleman, Jill S. M.; Mitchell, Melissa – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2014
This article describes the implementation of high-altitude balloon (HAB) research into a variety of undergraduate atmospheric science classes as a means of increasing active student engagement in real-world, problem-solving events. Because high-altitude balloons are capable of reaching heights of 80,000-100,000 ft (24-30 km), they provide a…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Undergraduate Students, Program Implementation, Problem Based Learning
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Miller, Antoinette R. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2010
This is a series of short cases useful for a variety of courses, including physiological psychology, neuroscience, cognitive psychology, cognitive science, and cognitive neuropsychology/neuroscience. Each of these cases depicts a breakdown in language that may be traced to damage in an area or areas that are related to language processing, and…
Descriptors: Neurolinguistics, Psychophysiology, Cognitive Psychology, Neuropsychology
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Herreid, Clyde Freeman – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2009
What is it about small groups that make them so powerful? The answer is straightforward: Groups tend to solve problems better than even the brightest individuals because "many hands make light work," and "two heads are better than one." This is especially true when the groups are diverse and individuals act somewhat independently. In this month's…
Descriptors: Group Instruction, Case Studies, Higher Education, Statistical Analysis
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Heppert, Joseph; Ellis, James; Robinson, Janet; Wolfer, Adam; Mason, Susan – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2002
Describes a project that applies problem based inquiry learning units to an introductory chemistry laboratory curriculum. Uses web technologies to support instruction. (Contains 25 references.) (YDS)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Higher Education, Inquiry, Integrated Curriculum
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Jensen, Murray; Farrand, Kirsten; Redman, Leanne; Varcoe, Tamara; Coleman, Leana – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2005
Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs) are frequently asked to lead discussion groups. These groups generally take the form of tutorials, review sessions, or problem-based learning classes. In their preparation, what to teach is often emphasized over how to teach. The primary intent of this article is to provide a few simple teaching strategies for…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Teaching Methods, Discussion Groups, Biology
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Arambula-Greenfield, Teresa – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1996
Describes a problem-based human biology course for undergraduate nonscience majors. Discusses the nature of problem-based learning, effectiveness of problem-based learning in a nonmajors' science course, course development, and implications. Contains 14 references. (JRH)
Descriptors: Biology, Course Descriptions, Educational Strategies, Higher Education
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Karukstis, Kerry K. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2003
The general chemistry course at Harvey Mudd College presents chemical principles and addresses technology's impact on society. Students consider environmental and economic implications of chemical scenarios in real-world case studies created for team-based analysis and discussion. Case study design, implementation, and assessment are presented.…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Teaching Methods, Chemistry, Undergraduate Students
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Field, Patrick – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2006
Activities using the same historical case study can be designed for courses of varying degrees of proficiency by altering the format to suit each academic level. The case of Isidro Mejia, a construction worker who had six nails accidentally shot into his head from a nail gun, is the basis for a series of case study exercises. (Contains 4 figures.)
Descriptors: Case Method (Teaching Technique), Case Studies, Injuries, Science Instruction
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Barnett, Michael; Barab, Sasha A.; Hay, Kenneth E. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2001
Describes an introductory astronomy course designed for non-science majors. Uses the project-based learning approach and requires students to construct 3-D models for three astronomical phenomena. (YDS)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Computer Assisted Instruction, Higher Education, Inquiry
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Henderson, LaRhee; Buising, Charisse – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2001
Describes a course that mimics experiences in research laboratories, engages students in collaboration, and reflects trends in educational reform. (YDS)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Interdisciplinary Approach, Laboratory Experiments, Molecular Biology
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Woods, Donald R. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1985
Presents: (1) a list of ideas for teaching problem-solving; (2) a review of a problem-solving book used in medical education; and (3) a discussion of an approach called problem-based learning. (DH)
Descriptors: Books, College Science, Higher Education, Learning Strategies
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