Integration of Inquiry-based Undergraduate Laboratory Modules throughout a Core Biology Curriculum

生物科学（61）探究式实验室是为学生提供通过探索和发现过程学习的机会的重要手段。包括探究为基础的实验室是课程改革目前正在进行的生物科学系，加州州立大学，富勒顿的一个重要特征。该项目涉及多个基于探究的实验室模块的开发和支持，这些模块集成在生物学专业新的四学期系列基础课程中。目前正在利用Research Link 2000研究所提供的模式生物系统开发8个模块。这些模块提供的课程包括：生物多样性进化，生命的细胞基础，遗传学分子生物学和生理生态学原理。模块，使用Aiptasia palladia（海葵）和威斯康星州快速植物，遵循共生和压力反应的主题，分别从每个核心课程的不同角度。该项目的关键创新是创建一个基于迭代探究的实验室体验。学生的实验室体验更接近真实的科学。我们建议学生获得1）在照顾和操纵的生物体的信心，2）在实验设计设施，3）生物学的综合性质的赞赏，和4）更深入的知识。学生的学习目标和准备高年级课程的工作，包括独立研究，正在评估。

Biological Sciences (61)Inquiry-based laboratories are an important means of providing students with the opportunity to learn through a process of exploration and discovery. Inclusion of inquiry-based laboratories is a critical feature of the curricular reform currently underway in the Department of Biological Science, California State University, Fullerton. This project involves the development and support of multiple inquiry-based laboratory modules integrated throughout a new four-semester series of foundational courses in the biology major. Eight modules are being developed using model organism systems drawn from the Research Link 2000 Institute. The courses served by these modules include: Biodiversity & Evolution, Cellular Basis of Life, Genetics & Molecular Biology, and Principles of Physiology & Ecology. Modules, using Aiptasia palladia (sea anemone) and Wisconsin Fast Plants, follow themes of symbiosis and stress responses, respectively, from the distinct perspective of each core course. The key innovation of this project is the creation of an iterative inquiry-based laboratory experience. Student laboratory experiences more closely resemble authentic science. We propose that students gain 1) confidence in the care and manipulation of the organisms, 2) facility in experimental design, 3) appreciation of the integrative nature of biology, and 4) a greater depth of knowledge. Student learning goals and preparation for upper-division course work, including independent research, are being evaluated.