Redefining the Context, Approach, and Delivery of Introductory Biology to Nonscientists in a Laboratory Setting

该项目的目标是为非科学家提供对生物学更深入的理解和更丰富的洞察力，并提供必要的技能，以便更好地评估和应用科学在他们的生活中。通过将生物学原理置于与非理科专业学生的需要、经验和学习风格相补充的更相关的背景中，来促进注册学生的知识、技能和乐趣。利用新颖的实验室实验和课堂讨论来培养解决问题、更高层次的思维、沟通和协作能力。为了促进这一进程，利用积极和合作学习的创新方法以及新的交付系统(视盘、视频显微镜和计算机)被纳入教学战略。课程背景、方法和授课方式的变化伴随着对教师的持续评估和培训。

The goals of this project are to provide non-scientists with a deeper understanding and richer insight of biology, as well as provide the skills necessary to better assess and apply science in their lives. Knowledgeability, skills, and enjoyment of students enrolled in the course are promoted by placing biological principles within a more relevant context that complements the needs, experiences, and learning styles of the non-science majors. Novel laboratory experiments and in-class discussions are utilized to develop problem solving, higher order thinking, communication, and collaborative skills. To facilitate this process, innovative approaches utilizing active and cooperative learning, and new delivery systems (videodisc, videomicroscopy, and computers) are incorporated as part of the instructional strategy. The changes in course context, approach, and delivery are accompanied by ongoing assessment and training of teachers.