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How Scientists Use Critical-Thinking Skills: Isolating Both Total RNA and Protein Using the Same Small Organ
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Porta, Angela R.; Dhawan, Puneet – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2006
Undergraduate biology programs are currently undergoing reform to involve students in biomedical research. Engaging students in more active, hands-on experiments allows students to discover scientific principles for themselves, and to develop techniques of critical thinking and problem solving. This models the world of real scientific research,…
Descriptors: Scientific Principles, Scientific Research, Scientists, Research Design