Refining Authentic Research Experiences

Redefining Authentic Research Experiences in Introductory Biology Laboratories and Barriers to Their Implementation

Abstract Excerpt:
"Incorporating authentic research experiences in introductory biology laboratory classes would greatly expand the number of students exposed to the excitement of discovery and the rigor of the scientific process. However, the essential components of an authentic research experience and the barriers to their implementation in laboratory classes are poorly defined. To guide future reform efforts in this area, we conducted a national survey of biology faculty members to determine 1) their definitions of authentic research experiences in laboratory classes, 2) the extent of authentic research experiences currently experienced..."


Redefining Authentic Research Experiences in Introductory Biology Laboratories and Barriers to Their Implementation - Spell et al.

Direct URL:  http://www.lifescied.org/content/13/1/102.short