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A Faculty Development Model for Transforming a Department's Laboratory Curriculum with Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experiences
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McDonald, Kelly K.; Martin, Allison R.; Watters, Cody P.; Landerholm, Thomas E. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2019
Many studies illustrate the positive influences of undergraduate research experiences on student learning, attitudes, and retention in the sciences. At our institution, over 90% of the biology majors surveyed reported a desire to participate in undergraduate research, but only 3% per year have the opportunity to work in a traditional…
Descriptors: Undergraduate Students, Scientific Research, Science Instruction, Science Laboratories
Science Education at NSF.
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Paldy, Lester G. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1984
Discusses science education activities at the National Science Foundation (NSF), focusing on a new NSF activity ("Research in Undergraduate Institutions"--RUI) designed to support faculty research in settings where the primary emphasis is on undergraduate education. Related issues and concerns are addressed. (JN)
Descriptors: College Science, Federal Programs, Higher Education, Program Descriptions
Observing Research Scientists--A Laboratory Experience for Nonscience Majors
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Fryshman, Bernard – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1975
Presents a program designed to provide nonscience majors with some insights into the experimental nature of physical science via visits to research laboratories. (PEB)
Descriptors: College Science, Higher Education, Laboratories, Physical Sciences
Biological Teaching and Research in Spain
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De Viedma, Manuel G. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1971
Descriptors: Biology, Comparative Education, Degree Requirements, Employment Patterns