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Introduce Successful Library Assignments to Students in Biological Sciences.

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Nussbaum, Francis E., Jr. – American Biology Teacher, 1991

Described is an assignment in which students read and write reviews of four journal articles chosen from preselected biology topics. Suggestions to help achieve maximal effectiveness are included. Directions for grading the review articles are provided. Discussed is how this assignment can help students develop more sophisticated writing skills.…

Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Critical Thinking, Higher Education

A Bibliographic Instruction Program for College Biology Students.

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Jacobson, Trudi E.; Wilson, Lise D. – American Biology Teacher, 1991

A program for introducing beginning college biology majors to library resources is described. The scientific writing course, ineffective and effective writing assignments, and the response by students are discussed. Seven steps in tracking down a research article are included. (KR)

Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Course Content, Higher Education