Undergraduate Research to Transform the Curriculum and Culture at Saint Leo University
Presentation Type
Poster Session
Location
Burnett Honors College
Start Date
11-10-2013 5:15 PM
End Date
11-10-2013 7:00 PM
Description/Abstract
The benefits of undergraduate participation in research are well established amongst science educators. However, participation by undergraduates-- particularly underclassmen—is often limited. The reasons for this are manifold, including the fact that students often fail to see the importance of participation, students may feel unqualified to contribute, and genuine research experiences are traditionally extracurricular opportunities in most undergraduate programs. The presenters will share some of the strategies employed by the Saint Leo University faculty to transform the curriculum and culture of the Biology program to promote undergraduate research.
Undergraduate Research to Transform the Curriculum and Culture at Saint Leo University
Burnett Honors College
The benefits of undergraduate participation in research are well established amongst science educators. However, participation by undergraduates-- particularly underclassmen—is often limited. The reasons for this are manifold, including the fact that students often fail to see the importance of participation, students may feel unqualified to contribute, and genuine research experiences are traditionally extracurricular opportunities in most undergraduate programs. The presenters will share some of the strategies employed by the Saint Leo University faculty to transform the curriculum and culture of the Biology program to promote undergraduate research.