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Bernot, Melody J.; Metzler, Jennifer – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2014
Traditional lectures have come under increasing criticism as research indicates lectures may be less effective in achieving learning outcomes than other teaching methods. Student engagement and success can potentially be improved by changing traditional lectures to instructional methods using active learning techniques. Active learning refers to…
Descriptors: Biology, Nonmajors, Comparative Analysis, Teaching Methods
An Inquiry-Based Biology Laboratory Improves Preservice Elementary Teachers' Attitudes about Science
Tessier, Jack – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2010
Inquiry-based instruction is gaining favor in college classrooms because it improves scientific skills as well as critical thinking. As we seek ways to improve science education, elementary school is increasingly becoming an embattled component because of decreased time spent on science during those years. The approach that elementary educators…
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, Teacher Education Programs, Biology, Teaching Methods
Lents, Nathan H.; Cifuentes, Oscar E. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2009
This study is an experimental introduction of web-based lecture delivery into a majors-level introductory biology course. Web-based delivery, achieved through the use of prerecorded Voice-Over PowerPoint video lectures, was introduced on a limited basis to an experimental section while a control group, with the same instructor, received standard…
Descriptors: Majors (Students), Control Groups, Attendance, Active Learning