Collaborative Research: Bridging Math and Science - Authentic Laboratory Experiences in Mathematical Biology

合作研究：连接数学和科学 - 数学生物学的真实实验室经验

• 批准号: 1245407
• 负责人: Andrea Bruder
• 金额: $ 7.63万
• 依托单位: Colorado College
• 依托单位国家: 美国
• 项目类别: Standard Grant
• 财政年份: 2013
• 资助国家: 美国
• 起止时间: 2013-08-15 至 2016-07-31
• 项目状态: 已结题
• 来源: https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1245407&HistoricalAwards=false
• 关键词: Collaborative; Research; Bridging; Math; Science

There is no precedent for math instruction using "wet" labs to engage students in mathematics through data-driven inquiry experiences. In this project, we construct Laboratory Experiences in Mathematical Biology (LEMBs) for undergraduate math classrooms. LEMBs are developed collaboratively at Utah State University (USU)and Colorado College, aimed at sophomore classrooms including both STEM and non-STEM majors. Students manipulate and interact with real-world biological mechanisms, construct their own mathematical descriptions and gain deeper understanding of underlying mathematical relationships. LEMBs are open-ended, inviting student participation and creativity. Student acquisition of modeling and problem-solving skills and the effect of LEMBs on other skills are evaluated using pre/post-tests, think-aloud exercises, and instructor/student interviews. We are creating new knowledge about learners' construction of modeling and problem-solving skills. LEMBs invite student-centered mathematics instruction and expose faculty to alternative pedagogy. We assemble pedagogical materials to facilitate lab-based instruction, including alternate mathematical pathways rooted in the labs, multiple assessment items, and educational vignettes based on classroom observations to illustrate key pedagogical techniques. LEMBs and instructor support materials are available to faculty nationwide via Open Access publication through USU's Digital Commons. Presentations about LEMBs are made at conferences, and articles are submitted to research and education journals.

使用“湿”实验室通过数据驱动的探究体验让学生参与数学教学的先例还没有。在这个项目中，我们为本科生数学课堂构建了数学生物学实验室体验（LEMB）。 LEMB 是犹他州立大学 (USU) 和科罗拉多学院合作开发的，针对包括 STEM 和非 STEM 专业的二年级学生。学生操纵现实世界的生物机制并与之互动，构建自己的数学描述，并更深入地了解潜在的数学关系。 LEMB 是开放式的，邀请学生参与和发挥创造力。通过前/后测试、出声思考练习和教师/学生访谈来评估学生获得建模和解决问题的技能以及 LEMB 对其他技能的影响。我们正在创造有关学习者建模和解决问题技能的新知识。 LEMB 邀请以学生为中心的数学教学，并让教师接触替代教学法。我们收集教学材料以促进基于实验室的教学，包括植根于实验室的替代数学途径、多个评估项目以及基于课堂观察的教育小插曲，以说明关键的教学技术。 LEMB 和教师支持材料可通过 USU 数字共享的开放获取出版物向全国教师提供。有关 LEMB 的演示会在会议上进行，文章会提交给研究和教育期刊。