Perspectives of graduate student teaching assistants on value and meaning in their role [0.03%]
研究生助教对其角色的价值和意义的看法
Natalie Elena Westwood,Diane S Srivastava
Natalie Elena Westwood
There is increasing reliance on graduate student teaching assistants (GTAs) in undergraduate education, yet the impact of this role on graduate students is understudied. Previous research has focused on tangible outcomes such as skill devel...
A cell fate mapping simulation laboratory to increase undergraduate students' understanding of early developmental processes in frog, zebrafish, and tunicate embryos [0.03%]
一项用于增强大学生对蛙鱼和头索动物胚胎早期发育过程理解的细胞命运映射模拟实验室
Ritu Sarpal,Ashley E E Bruce,Isaac Skromne
Ritu Sarpal
Fate mapping is an essential technique in developmental biology that allows researchers to track the future identity or "fate" of embryonic cells in an organism. However, the experimental procedure for constructing fate maps is tedious, tim...
Positive microbiology: addressing students' knowledge gaps regarding the benefits of microorganisms [0.03%]
积极微生物学——解决学生对微生物益处认知不足的问题
Addison R Lane,Jennifer L Momsen,Lisa B Wiltbank-Chau
Addison R Lane
The associations of microbes with their environment can result in both positive and negative effects on humans. While most people are aware of the existence of microbes, research shows that perceptions of microbes and their effects are ofte...
Misshaped chromosomes, mismatched chromatids, and missized genes: easy edits may help mitigate misconceptions commonly represented in published scientific figures [0.03%]
染色体易错、姐妹染色单体不配、基因大小难量——简单改动或将有助于纠正出版科学图中常见的错误观念
Crystal Uminski,Dina L Newman,L Kate Wright
Crystal Uminski
Scientific publications, textbooks, and online educational resources rely on illustrated figures to communicate about molecular structures like genes and chromosomes. Published figures have the potential to shape how learners think about th...
From curriculum to engagement: strengthening microbiology education in secondary schools [0.03%]
从课程到参与：加强中学微生物学教育
Lara Raquel Pinto Amorim,Betina da Silva Lopes,Raquel Henriques Ramalho Ribeiro et al.
Lara Raquel Pinto Amorim et al.
Raising citizens' awareness of the importance of microbiology in everyday life is crucial, especially considering the recent societal challenges such as emerging diseases or antibiotic resistance. Integrating this awareness into secondary e...
Using generative AI for interview simulations to enhance student research skills in biology education [0.03%]
利用生成式AI进行面试模拟以增强生物学教育中的学生研究技能
Jonathan I Millen
Jonathan I Millen
The Longevity Games Interview Simulator provides an innovative approach to preparing students for real-world research interactions by leveraging the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) like OpenAI's GPT-4o and Claude-3.7. This pape...
Scaffolding of assignments and grading to promote STEM literacy in a human microbiome course [0.03%]
通过人体微生物组课程促进STEM素养的作业搭建与评分制度改革
Samantha T Parks,Alex Marchesani,Caroline Taylor
Samantha T Parks
A special topics course investigating the human microbiome was developed such that there were three layers of feedback and grading available to students throughout the semester. An instructor of record, a teaching assistant, and a writing-a...
A curriculum to build learning assistants' critical consciousness and racial noticing lens [0.03%]
培养学习助手批判意识和种族关注力的课程体系
Regan Levy,Rachel A Barnard,Manvir Bamrah et al.
Regan Levy et al.
Undergraduate learning assistants (LAs), as near-peer supports and educators who facilitate student-centered pedagogies, have the potential to transform STEM classrooms to be more equitable and just. However, LAs often receive little pedago...
Paige Gruber,Jennifer McLean,Katriana Popichak
Paige Gruber
Undergraduate learning assistant (ULA) programs are widely recognized for their positive impact on student engagement, academic performance, and classroom inclusion in large-enrollment STEM courses. However, far less attention has been give...
Unlocking potential: mentorship training perspectives from undergraduate peer mentors in course-based undergraduate research experiences [0.03%]
发挥潜力：课程式本科科研经历中的同伴辅导培训观点——来自本科生的视角
Joseph E Panzik,Tevin Flom,Vincent M Pinnavaia et al.
Joseph E Panzik et al.
Course-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs) are high-impact educational practices designed to engage students in authentic research while fostering the development of critical skills for persistence in science, technology, engin...