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2. Oh, No: That’s Disgusting! Influence of Disgust and Different Teaching Methods on Students’ State of Interest
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Kaiser, Lisa-Maria, Stiller, Cornelia, Wilde, Matthias, Welzel-Breuer, Manuela, Editor-in-Chief, Constantinou, Costas K., Editorial Board Member, Gericke, Niklas, Editorial Board Member, Levrini, Olivia, Editorial Board Member, Martins, Isabel, Editorial Board Member, Martin, Sonya, Editorial Board Member, Millar, Robin, Editorial Board Member, Stuchlíková, Iva, Editorial Board Member, Vesterinen, Veli-Matti, Editorial Board Member, Zeyer, Albert, Editorial Board Member, Carvalho, Graça S., editor, Afonso, Ana Sofia, editor, and Anastácio, Zélia, editor
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- 2023
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3. The Pitfalls of Using Presentation Technology in the Biology Classroom
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Šorgo, Andrej, Lang, Vida, Ergazaki, Marida, Series Editor, Kampourakis, Kostas, Series Editor, Grace, Marcus, Editorial Board Member, Knippels, Marie Christine, Editorial Board Member, Zabel, Jörg, Editorial Board Member, Korfiatis, Constantinos, Editorial Board Member, Jimenez Aleixandre, Maria Pilar, Editorial Board Member, Yarden, Anat, Editorial Board Member, Hammann, Marcus, Editorial Board Member, Harms, Ute, Editorial Board Member, Reiss, Michael, Editorial Board Member, Gericke, Niklas, Editorial Board Member, El-Hani, Charbel Nino, Editorial Board Member, Dawson, Vaille, Editorial Board Member, Nehm, Ross, Editorial Board Member, McComas, William, Editorial Board Member, Passmore, Cynthia, Editorial Board Member, and Korfiatis, Konstantinos, editor
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- 2022
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4. Correlation Between the Popularity and Difficulty of Secondary School Biology and Perceived Importance of Knowledge Acquired for Personal Wellbeing
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Lang, Vida, Šorgo, Andrej, Ergazaki, Marida, Series Editor, Kampourakis, Kostas, Series Editor, Grace, Marcus, Editorial Board Member, Knippels, Marie Christine, Editorial Board Member, Zabel, Jörg, Editorial Board Member, Korfiatis, Constantinos, Editorial Board Member, Jimenez Aleixandre, Maria Pilar, Editorial Board Member, Yarden, Anat, Editorial Board Member, Hammann, Marcus, Editorial Board Member, Harms, Ute, Editorial Board Member, Reiss, Michael, Editorial Board Member, Gericke, Niklas, Editorial Board Member, El-Hani, Charbel Nino, Editorial Board Member, Dawson, Vaille, Editorial Board Member, Nehm, Ross, Editorial Board Member, McComas, William, Editorial Board Member, Passmore, Cynthia, Editorial Board Member, and Korfiatis, Konstantinos, editor
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- 2022
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5. Introducing Primary School Students to Aspects of the Nature of Scientific Knowledge
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Ergazaki, Marida, Laourdeki, Aggeliki, Ergazaki, Marida, Series Editor, Kampourakis, Kostas, Series Editor, Grace, Marcus, Editorial Board Member, Knippels, Marie Christine, Editorial Board Member, Zabel, Jörg, Editorial Board Member, Korfiatis, Constantinos, Editorial Board Member, Jimenez Aleixandre, Maria Pilar, Editorial Board Member, Yarden, Anat, Editorial Board Member, Hammann, Marcus, Editorial Board Member, Harms, Ute, Editorial Board Member, Reiss, Michael, Editorial Board Member, Gericke, Niklas, Editorial Board Member, El-Hani, Charbel Nino, Editorial Board Member, Dawson, Vaille, Editorial Board Member, Nehm, Ross, Editorial Board Member, McComas, William, Editorial Board Member, Passmore, Cynthia, Editorial Board Member, and Korfiatis, Konstantinos, editor
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- 2022
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6. Digital First? Effects of Digital and Analogue Learning Tools on the Plant Knowledge Acquisition of Future Biology Teachers
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Emmerichs, Lars, Mohneke, Meike, Hofhues, Sandra, Schlüter, Kirsten, Ergazaki, Marida, Series Editor, Kampourakis, Kostas, Series Editor, Grace, Marcus, Editorial Board Member, Knippels, Marie Christine, Editorial Board Member, Zabel, Jörg, Editorial Board Member, Korfiatis, Constantinos, Editorial Board Member, Jimenez Aleixandre, Maria Pilar, Editorial Board Member, Yarden, Anat, Editorial Board Member, Hammann, Marcus, Editorial Board Member, Harms, Ute, Editorial Board Member, Reiss, Michael, Editorial Board Member, Gericke, Niklas, Editorial Board Member, El-Hani, Charbel Nino, Editorial Board Member, Dawson, Vaille, Editorial Board Member, Nehm, Ross, Editorial Board Member, McComas, William, Editorial Board Member, Passmore, Cynthia, Editorial Board Member, and Korfiatis, Konstantinos, editor
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- 2022
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7. Engaging in Argumentation as Critical Evaluation of the Anti-vaccination Movement
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Puig, Blanca, Ageitos, Noa, Ergazaki, Marida, Series Editor, Kampourakis, Kostas, Series Editor, Grace, Marcus, Editorial Board Member, Knippels, Marie Christine, Editorial Board Member, Zabel, Jörg, Editorial Board Member, Korfiatis, Constantinos, Editorial Board Member, Jimenez Aleixandre, Maria Pilar, Editorial Board Member, Yarden, Anat, Editorial Board Member, Hammann, Marcus, Editorial Board Member, Harms, Ute, Editorial Board Member, Reiss, Michael, Editorial Board Member, Gericke, Niklas, Editorial Board Member, El-Hani, Charbel Nino, Editorial Board Member, Dawson, Vaille, Editorial Board Member, Nehm, Ross, Editorial Board Member, McComas, William, Editorial Board Member, Passmore, Cynthia, Editorial Board Member, and Korfiatis, Konstantinos, editor
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- 2022
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8. The Effect of Concept Cartoons as an Instructional Material and Formative Assessment Tool in Teaching Evolution and Diversity on the Achievement of Freshmen College Students
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Estacio, Randel D. and Gnanamalar Sarojini Daniel, Esther, editor
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- 2015
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9. Is Gallery Walk an Effective Teaching and Learning Strategy for Biology?
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Chin, Chee Keong, Khor, Kwan Hooi, Teh, Tiam Kian, and Gnanamalar Sarojini Daniel, Esther, editor
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- 2015
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10. Be It Elementary or Tertiary Level of Biology that We Teach, We Need TPACK
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Gnanamalar Sarojini Daniel, Esther and Gnanamalar Sarojini Daniel, Esther, editor
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- 2015
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11. Researchers from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Publish New Studies and Findings in the Area of Microbiology and Biology Education (Igniting children's enthusiasm for microbes with an origami paper microscope).
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BIOLOGY education ,SCIENCE publishing ,RESEARCH personnel ,MEDICAL centers ,MICROBIOLOGY - Abstract
A new report from researchers at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center highlights the importance of microbiology literacy, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. The researchers conducted an outreach event for children, introducing them to bacteria of clinical importance and using a smartphone-attachable paper-based foldable microscope to make microbes visible. A pre- and post-activity survey showed a statistically significant increase in the participants' interest in microbes and microscopy. The researchers suggest that affordable paper-based microscopes could be an effective tool for teaching clinical microbiology to a wide audience. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
12. CHAPTERWISE PRACTICE PAPER 2023 CUET (UG): UNIT: BIOLOGY IN HUMAN WELFARE.
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BIOLOGY education ,MICROORGANISMS ,FOOD production - Abstract
The article presents a quiz concerning the biology practice paper for the CUET (Common University Entrance Test) in India on topics including the human health and diseases, the strategies for enhancement in food production; and the microbes in human welfare.
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- 2022
13. Variation in Citational Practice in a Corpus of Student Biology Papers: From Parenthetical Plonking to Intertextual Storytelling.
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Swales, John M.
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ACADEMIC discourse , *RESEARCH , *COLLEGE students , *BIOLOGY education , *CURRICULUM research , *RESEARCH institutes , *UNIVERSITY & college research - Abstract
This is a corpus-based study of a key aspect of academic writing in one discipline (biology) by final-year undergraduates and first-, second-, and third-year graduate students. The papers come from the Michigan Corpus of Upper-level Student Papers, a freely available electronic database. The principal aim of the study is to examine the extent of variation in citation practice in the biology subcorpus. To that end, it explores citation practices from a number of perspectives, including the distribution of integral versus parenthetical citations, the choice of reporting verbs, the effect of citing system, and the occurrence of selected features such as the use of citees’ first names. Results show little difference between the undergraduate and graduate papers, some effect of the citing system, and a somewhat richer intertextuality in the “evolutionary” as opposed to the “molecular” biology papers. Overall, this is an impressive body of student work from the viewpoint of textual variation in citation practice, but it should be remembered that the corpus consists of only “A” papers from a flagship research university. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]
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- 2014
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14. Effect of flipped teaching on the performance and perceptions of pre-service teachers on a biology course
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Reinoso, Roberto, Delgado-Iglesias, Jaime, and Fernández, Itziar
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- 2021
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15. Assessing students’ abilities in processes of scientific inquiry in biology using a paper-and-pencil test.
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Nowak, Kathrin Helena, Nehring, Andreas, Tiemann, Rüdiger, and Upmeier zu Belzen, Annette
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SCIENTIFIC method , *BIOLOGY education , *CHEMISTRY education , *THEORY of knowledge , *ACADEMIC ability , *INQUIRY-based learning - Abstract
The aim of the study was to describe, categorise and analyse students’ (aged 14–16) processes of scientific inquiry in biology and chemistry education. Therefore, a theoretical structure for scientific inquiry for both biology and chemistry, the VerE model, was developed. This model consists of nine epistemological acts, which combine processes of scientific thinking and inquiry methods. Based on the theoretical structure, a paper-and-pencil test was developed to investigate the students’ abilities in the acts of scientific inquiry. Each of the nine acts was operationalised to generate multiple-choice items. For each act, ten items were constructed. In total, ninety items per subject were tested in a field study to evaluate their psychometric quality. The article focuses on the outcomes for testing in biology. In biology, 537 students were tested with a paper-and-pencil test, following a multi-matrix design in which each student solved twenty-seven items. Data from 260 students have been analysed so far. Seventy-five items showed satisfactory item characteristics. The distribution of the items’ difficulties fits the students’ abilities appropriately. We conclude that theory-driven epistemological acts can be operationalised in tasks that assess students’ abilities in scientific inquiry. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]
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- 2013
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16. Paper analogies enhance biology teaching.
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Stencel, John E.
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BIOLOGY education - Abstract
Focuses on the application of paper analogies which enhance biology teaching. Significance of analogies as learning tools; Construction of a biochemical paper models; Presentation of protein papergrams; Formation of a paper model of early brain development; Creation of a paper 3-D model of a eukaryotic cell.
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- 1997
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17. Transformative applications in biology education: A case study on the efficacy of adaptive learning with numerical insights.
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Aleksandrovich, Shin I., Ramazan, Tyan, Utegaliyeva, Raissa, Sarimbayeva, Balzat, Keubassova, Gaukhar, Bissalyyeva, Rakhima, Syman, Kuanysh, and Abdikarimova, Gaukhar
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INSTRUCTIONAL systems ,BIOLOGY education ,GAMIFICATION ,STUDENT participation ,ARTIFICIAL intelligence - Abstract
In the field of biology education, adaptive learning has been tested through a case study, serving as a crucible for innovative teaching methodologies designed to provide tailored, engaging, and effective learning experiences. This paper meticulously explores the implementation of select innovations in adaptive learning and reports on the outcomes derived from our fictitious case study. Our research underscores the efficacy of personalized learning pathways, where advanced algorithms dynamically customize content delivery based on individual students' needs and learning styles. Through our case study, we present compelling numerical evidence of a 25% improvement in learning outcomes and a notable 20% increase in student engagement. The strategic integration of real-time feedback and assessment mechanisms plays a pivotal role in enhancing the comprehension of biological concepts, as reflected in a 30% increase in student performance and a 15% boost in knowledge retention. Another simulated innovation involves the incorporation of gamification elements, resulting in a statistically significant 18% increase in student participation and a remarkable 22% surge in enthusiasm for biology studies. Our simulated findings accentuate how these elements can make biology education more enjoyable and motivating in a controlled environment. Furthermore, the simulated utilization of multimodal learning resources, such as videos, simulations, and interactive models, showcases a 28% improvement in students' ability to grasp complex biological concepts. This translates into a tangible 25% enhancement in student performance in assessments. The simulated investigation into the potential of AI-enhanced assistance, with AI chatbots and virtual tutors, reveals a simulated 35% increase in student satisfaction and a 27% improvement in performance. These simulated innovations demonstrate the positive impact of AI integration on student support. In addition, our simulated data-driven insights inform content and platform improvements, resulting in a simulated 20% increase in the adaptability of the learning system. These simulated results provide crucial insights into the optimization of adaptive learning in biology education. Through the presentation of these simulated innovations and their associated numerical results, this paper underscores the transformative potential of adaptive learning in the simulated context of biology education. These simulated innovations not only offer tailored learning experiences but also yield concrete, positive outcomes in terms of student understanding and performance. The simulated implications of our research are discussed in detail, emphasizing the promising future of these innovations in shaping simulated biology education. Furthermore, we suggest avenues for future research to continue improving adaptive learning methods, ensuring the simulated advancement of biology education in the digital age. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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18. Paper models illustrating virus symmetry.
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McCarthy, D.A.
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BIOLOGY education , *VIRUSES , *PLANT viruses - Abstract
Presents paper models that can help biology students understand the concept of icosahedral symmetry in small virus capsids. Instructions for construction the models; General principles of symmetry in viruses; Disposition of protein subunits in plant viruses and the picornaviruses.
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- 1990
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19. Innovative strategies to strengthen teaching-researching skills in chemistry and biology education: a systematic literature review.
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Luis Alberto, Mera Cabezas, Carmen Viviana, Basantes Vaca, Celso Vladimir, Benavides Enríquez, and Paulina Fernanda, Parra Alvarez
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BIOLOGY education ,CHEMISTRY education ,SCIENCE education ,EDUCATIONAL literature ,SUSTAINABILITY - Abstract
The dynamic field of scientific education, particularly in chemistry and biology, demands the implementation of innovative teaching strategies, driving the need for continuous research to enhance skills in both educators and students. This systematic literature review (SLR) delves into the evolving landscape of chemistry and biology education research, shedding light on key trends, strategies, and skills. Employing the PRISMA methodology, we scrutinized 81 papers to assess the employment of resources, technologies, and methods conducive to effective learning and research. Searches were conducted in the Scopus and Google Scholar databases, with inclusion criteria spanning English and Spanish studies from the last five years. The analysis reveals a notable shift in recent years, emphasizing the diversification of instructional approaches, integration of sustainable practices, and a heightened focus on fostering essential research skills for both educators and students. The study underscores the significant adaptation to digital tools and virtual environments, potentially influenced by the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Remarkable findings include the growing importance of cognitive, social, and emotional competence in student development. This work provides valuable insights for educators, researchers, and policymakers cross-talking the dynamic intersection of teaching and research in chemistry and biology education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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20. Formative assessment strategies for students' conceptions—The potential of learning analytics
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Judith Stanja, Wolfgang Gritz, Johannes Krugel, Anett Hoppe, and Sarah Dannemann
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learning analytics ,teacher support ,ddc:370 ,biology education ,formative assessment ,Dewey Decimal Classification::300 | Sozialwissenschaften, Soziologie, Anthropologie::370 | Erziehung, Schul- und Bildungswesen ,computer science education ,synthesis paper ,students' conceptions/explanations ,Education - Abstract
Formative assessment is considered to be helpful in students' learning support and teaching design. Following Aufschnaiter's and Alonzo's framework, formative assessment practices of teachers can be subdivided into three practices: eliciting evidence, interpreting evidence and responding. Since students' conceptions are judged to be important for meaningful learning across disciplines, teachers are required to assess their students' conceptions. The focus of this article lies on the discussion of learning analytics for supporting the assessment of students' conceptions in class. The existing and potential contributions of learning analytics are discussed related to the named formative assessment framework in order to enhance the teachers' options to consider individual students' conceptions. We refer to findings from biology and computer science education on existing assessment tools and identify limitations and potentials with respect to the assessment of students' conceptions. Practitioner notes What is already known about this topic Students' conceptions are considered to be important for learning processes, but interpreting evidence for learning with respect to students' conceptions is challenging for teachers. Assessment tools have been developed in different educational domains for teaching practice. Techniques from artificial intelligence and machine learning have been applied for automated assessment of specific aspects of learning. What does the paper add Findings on existing assessment tools from two educational domains are summarised and limitations with respect to assessment of students' conceptions are identified. Relevent data that needs to be analysed for insights into students' conceptions is identified from an educational perspective. Potential contributions of learning analytics to support the challenging task to elicit students' conceptions are discussed. Implications for practice and/or policy Learning analytics can enhance the eliciting of students' conceptions. Based on the analysis of existing works, further exploration and developments of analysis techniques for unstructured text and multimodal data are desirable to support the eliciting of students' conceptions.
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- 2022
21. ITEM ANALYSIS OF SUMMATIVE ADVANCED LEVEL BIOLOGY EXAMINATIONS.
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Azzopardi, Marthese and Azzopardi, Carmel
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EXAMINATION item analysis ,BIOLOGY education ,POSTSECONDARY education ,LEARNING ,ABILITY grouping (Education) - Abstract
The results of examinations taken by Maltese post-secondary students learning Advanced level Biology at the end of their first year is crucial in the advancement of their careers. The objective of the study was to statistically analyse the examination scores and calculate the difficulty index of the entire paper and individual items in paper 1 over the period 2014-2018. Controlling or balancing the item difficulty of an examination improves its validity. Scores were slightly positively skewed in three out of the five years studied, showing that students attained more low scores than high ones. A score in the region of 50% was attained by the majority of students in all years studied and scores never exceeded 85%. The mean score for all years was 49±11.58% and the range of scores, exceeded 61 in all years investigated. This indicates that the students investigated form a heterogeneous group. Results show that items were restricted in the level of difficulty: none were 'easy'. This study showed that paper setters consistently designed examination questions of an overall 'moderate' level of difficulty (0.40) which is below the optimal value of 0.50. The value of this study is that future examinations can be improved when items from past papers with known difficulty index are reused. Another value of this investigation is that close examination of items reveals which questions were most difficult, thus indicating a concept that needs to be taught more thoroughly as well as provides an opportunity to identify common misconceptions among students. Another result of this study is that students encountered difficulties when answering questions at various levels of cognition. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2019
22. DEVELOPMENT, EVALUATION, AND VALIDATION OF A PAPER-AND-PENCIL TEST FOR MEASURING TWO COMPONENTS OF BIOLOGY TEACHERS’ PEDAGOGICAL CONTENT KNOWLEDGE CONCERNING THE “CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM”.
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Schmelzing, Stephan, van Driel, Jan H., Jüttner, Melanie, Brandenbusch, Stefanie, Sandmann, Angela, and Neuhaus, Birgit J.
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EDUCATION of biology teachers ,EDUCATIONAL tests & measurements ,THEORY of knowledge ,CARDIOVASCULAR system ,EDUCATION research ,BIOLOGY education - Abstract
One main focus of teacher education research concentrates on teachers’ pedagogical content knowledge (PCK). It has been shown that teachers’ PCK correlates with teaching effectiveness as well as with students’ achievement gains. Teachers’ PCK should be analyzed as one of the main important components to evaluate professional development programs. On this account, it is necessary to develop standardized measures of biology teachers’ topic-specific PCK that are labor-efficient. This paper presents a study on the development, evaluation, and validation of a paper-and-pencil test to measure biology teachers’ declarative PCK on the topic of blood and the human cardiovascular system. The development of the test was based, among other considerations, on a review of research literature on PCK and an analysis of 50 videotaped biology lessons. The final test instrument was comprised of 15 items distributed across 2 scales. The findings of the main study—with 93 preservice and in-service biology teachers and 12 biologists—confirmed that this measure of biology teachers’ declarative PCK was reliable, objective, and valid. In-service biology teachers scored higher on the test than preservice teachers (effect size Cohen’s d, 0.65) on one hand and, also, than biologists (Cohen’s d, 1.00) on the other hand. Future versions of this test should explore enlarging the scales and measuring procedural aspects of PCK. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2013
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23. Cell-Phone Use and Cancer: A Case Study Exploring the Scientific Method.
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Parilla, Wilma V. Colón
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BIOLOGY education ,CELL phones ,RESEARCH papers (Students) ,CASE studies ,PRESS ,LIFE sciences - Abstract
Designed for an introductory nonmajors biology course, this case study presents students with a series of short news stories describing a scientific study of cell-phone use and its health effects. Students read the news stories and then the scientific paper they are based on, comparing the information presented by the news media to the information contained in the original research article. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2007
24. THE STATISTICAL ANALYSIS AND EVALUATION OF FINAL ADVANCED LEVEL BIOLOGY EXAMINATIONS.
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Azzopardi, Marthese and Azzopardi, Carmel
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BIOLOGY education ,EXAMINATION item analysis ,EFFECTIVE teaching ,BIOLOGY students ,ACADEMIC achievement - Abstract
It is widely accepted that statistical analysis and evaluation of examination results are crucial to improve teaching quality. Evaluation of such results is important to assess students' performance. This study is based on examination results obtained by first-year Biology Advanced level students attending a public institution over a five-year period, 2014-2018. The results indicate that the distribution of examination scores approximate to normal distribution with averages varying from 30±13.47% and 43±14.31%. The difficulty level is consistent across the years irrespective of there being no guidelines for tutors when designing questions. In all years investigated, the difficulty index of the whole paper indicated that questions were 'moderate', but below the optimal value of 0.50. Comprehensions offered the least level of difficulty while students found the unstructured essay type the most difficult. The most difficult unstructured essays dealt with the Ecology section of the syllabus. Results from this study, show the need for tutors to include questions of varying difficulty levels when constructing the final examination as a tentative step in improving the percentage of passes in the end-of year examinations. It is recommended to include the difficulty index in final examination reports besides comments about each item. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2019
25. Implementation and Student Perceptions of OneNote as an Electronic Laboratory Notebook in a General Biology Course.
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Nyutu, Eva
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RIGHT to education ,BIOLOGY education ,SCIENTIFIC communication ,INTRODUCTORY courses (Education) ,UNDERGRADUATE education - Abstract
Paper Laboratory Notebooks (PLNs) have been used for centuries to document and archive the thoughts and work of inventors, scientists, students, and engineers. PLNs are the first formal means of scientific communication we teach our students and, in turn, a student's first training on cultivating and expressing scientific thinking. In the science teaching laboratory, PLNs are at the forefront and serve various purposes for students in the science laboratory curriculum, like good documentation practices and accurate record keeping. This paper discusses the reasons for switching to OneNote ELN, the criteria for selecting OneNote ELN software, how OneNote ELN was introduced and used in the course, and students' opinions on using this ELN. We successfully implemented the OneNote ELN in our General Biology Laboratory II sequence course for biology majors and nonmajor students entering the health professions. Students had a generally favorable response to using the OneNote ELN; 98% of students agreed that ELNs enabled them to keep a well-maintained laboratory notebook. Overall, student experience with ELNs was positive, with 85% of students indicating that they would recommend other future science laboratory courses they will be taking to adopt the OneNote ELN. In general, the OneNote ELN was viewed more positively in many respects than the PLNs in ease of its usage, access and organizing the notebook. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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26. Defining evolution: exploring students' conceptions of evolution in introductory biology courses.
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Hsu, Jeremy L., Dorner, Meredith A., and Hill, Kate M.
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COMMUNITY colleges ,BIOLOGY education ,JUNIOR colleges ,NATURAL selection ,BIOLOGICAL evolution - Abstract
Background: Understanding evolution is an important part of undergraduate biology education. Despite its importance, however, students often struggle to understand evolution, often holding preconceived notions of what evolution is. Here, we investigate how students in both majors and non-majors introductory biology define and conceive of evolution at the start of the semester for a two-year college and a four-year university near each other. We analyze open-ended responses to an in-class activity on the first day of the semester that asked students to define evolution, generating insight into how students are thinking of evolution prior to any formal instruction on evolution in college. Results: Our analysis of over 300 student responses reveals that students hold diverse conceptions about evolution, with some students perceiving evolution in the context of evolutionary processes while other students define evolution by referring to perceived evolutionary consequences. In addition, we identify multiple non-normative conceptions about evolution, including students viewing evolution and natural selection as synonymous and not recognizing other evolutionary forces, and find that very few students likely have developed mental models linking evolution and genetics. In addition, we find few differences between how students at the two- and four-year institutions perceive evolution, and similarly few differences between students in a majors and non-majors introductory biology, suggesting that these conceptions of evolution are widespread at the beginning of introductory biology, regardless of major or institution. Conclusions: We situate our results in the existing literature examining student conceptions of evolution, with our results extending past work that has primarily relied on more closed-ended questions or focused on specific evolutionary concepts (e.g., natural selection). Our results largely align with past work on student thinking of evolution but provide a broader, more holistic perspective at the ideas and framework that students are drawing upon when introductory biology instructors first introduce the term 'evolution'. We conclude our paper by discussing implications for the biology education research community as well as instructors. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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27. Enhancing students' learning achievements, self‐efficacy, and motivation using mobile augmented reality.
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Aldeeb, Fatimah H., Sallabi, Omar M., Elaish, Monther M., and Hwang, Gwo‐Jen
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SELF-efficacy , *SMARTPHONES , *CRONBACH'S alpha , *T-test (Statistics) , *EDUCATIONAL outcomes , *HEALTH occupations students , *QUESTIONNAIRES , *RANDOMIZED controlled trials , *MOTIVATION (Psychology) , *ACADEMIC achievement , *ABILITY , *CARDIOVASCULAR system physiology , *SCHOOL children , *RESEARCH methodology , *STUDENT attitudes , *AUGMENTED reality , *TRAINING , *COGNITION - Abstract
Background: This paper examines the use of augmented reality (AR) as a concept‐association tool in schools, with the aim of enhancing primary school students' learning outcomes and engagement. Conflicting findings exist in previous studies regarding the cognitive load of AR‐enriched learning, with some reporting reduced load and others indicating increased demand and poorer performance. Understanding these implications is essential for effectively leveraging AR in education. The study offers a fresh perspective on the potential of AR technology in improving educational experiences. Objectives: The primary goal of this research was to evaluate the effectiveness of an AR‐assisted concept‐association strategy for improving essential knowledge acquisition and skills outcomes, increasing cognitive load, and increasing self‐efficacy and learning motivation among primary school students. Methods: A quasi‐experimental design with a control group was employed to investigate the effectiveness of the intervention. Results and Conclusions: The results demonstrate that the implementation of the AR‐assisted concept‐association strategy effectively enhanced essential knowledge acquisition and skills outcomes, increased cognitive load, and increased self‐efficacy and learning motivation among primary school students. These findings highlight the potential of AR technology to improve the learning experience and engagement of primary school students. The study contributes to the existing literature on the effectiveness of AR technology in education, suggesting future research directions. Ultimately, it offers a practical solution for improving the learning experience by presenting a new approach for teaching using AR technology. Lay Description: What is currently known about this topic: Augmented reality (AR) technology has been increasingly explored in educational settings.Previous research has shown that AR can enhance learning outcomes and engagement among students.AR applications have the potential to serve as concept‐association tools to improve the learning experience. What this paper adds: This paper investigates the effectiveness of using an AR application as a mobile concept‐association tool in school settings.The study demonstrates that the AR‐assisted concept‐association strategy effectively enhances knowledge acquisition, skills outcomes, cognitive load, self‐efficacy, and learning motivation among primary school students.The findings highlight the potential of AR technology in improving learning experiences and engagement for primary school students.The study offers practical implications for integrating AR technology into educational settings, and suggests avenues for future research in this area. Implications for practice and/or policy: Incorporating AR applications as concept‐association tools can enhance learning outcomes and engagement in primary school settings.AR technology can be used to increase cognitive load, and to increase self‐efficacy and motivation among students.Educators and policymakers should consider integrating AR technology into teaching practices to improve the overall learning experience.Future research and exploration should be conducted to understand the full potential and limitations of AR technology in education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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28. The debate - an opportunity for the formation of ecological culture in Biology and Health Education.
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Doichinova, Klaida
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HEALTH education ,STUDENT development ,BIOLOGY education ,BIOLOGY teachers ,BIOLOGY students - Abstract
The present study is part of a didactic experiment, which aims at establishing the application and effectiveness of the school debate, as an interactive method of teaching in Biology and Health Education in XII grade in order to form an environmental culture among students. The application of school debate as a part of interactive methods corresponding to the objectives of environmental education and upbringing of a selected methodological unit of the 'Sustainable development - strategy for preserving life on Earth' is presented, and options for its application in a specific stage of the macro structure of the lesson are proposed. The results of a questionnaire, conducted with students to explore their opinions on the application of the debate as a teaching method, are presented. The analysis of the results shows that students are motivated to actively engage in the process of learning Biology and Health Education, accept the debate as an interactive form of learning because they believe that it increases their environmental awareness and develops key skills such as, critical thinking; skills to support sustainable development; teamwork; making decisions on various environmental topics; improves the ability to analyze and evaluate the relationship between man-society-nature. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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29. Developing skills for a healthy lifestyle by using interactive methods in teaching Biology and Health Education.
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Davidova, Rositsa and Valcheva, Irena
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BIOLOGY teachers ,BIOLOGY education ,BIOLOGY students ,HEALTH education ,STUDENT development - Abstract
The aim of the article is to present the results of using interactive methods in the teaching of Biology and Health Education to 7th grade students for developing skills for a healthy lifestyle. The discussion is based on the topics: "The role of prokaryotic organisms in nature and their importance for man", "The role of unicellular eukaryotic organisms in nature and their importance for man", and "Talus plants. Seaweed". The discussion is supported by fragments of lessons in which interactive methods are used – the method of associations through creating mind maps, discussion, case study, and role play. As a result of using of interactive methods, students develop key competencies for maintaining their own health and the health of society as a whole. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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30. A critical reflection on the affordances of web 3.0 and artificial intelligence in life sciences education.
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Mnguni, Lindelani
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WEB 3.0 ,ARTIFICIAL intelligence ,LIFE science education ,BIOLOGY education ,CAREER development - Abstract
Life Sciences Education has become increasingly important in today's rapidly changing world, as it equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to tackle complex global challenges in various biology fields. With the emergence of Web 3.0 and Artificial Intelligence (AI), numerous opportunities exist to revolutionize Life Sciences Education and enhance student learning. However, integrating these technologies into traditional teaching methods poses significant challenges. This paper aims to explore the opportunities and challenges of Web 3.0 and AI in Life Sciences Education and provide recommendations for successful integration. The opportunities of Web 3.0 and AI in Life Sciences Education include enhanced personalized learning, increased engagement, access to vast amounts of data, and innovative assessment strategies. However, ethical concerns related to AI, integration with traditional teaching methods, training and professional development for educators, and cost and accessibility issues are among the challenges. The paper also provides case studies of successful implementation and recommendations for addressing ethical concerns, professional development, funding and accessibility, and collaboration between educators and technology experts. The paper concludes with implications for future research and practice in Life Sciences Education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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31. Investigation of potential gender bias in the peer review system at Reproduction.
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Biolková, Marie, Moore, Tom, Schindler, Karen, Swann, Karl, Vail, Andy, Flook, Lindsay, Dick, Helen, Fitzharris, Greg, Price, Christopher A., and Spears, Norah
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SEX discrimination ,MALE authors ,ACQUISITION of manuscripts ,BIOLOGY education ,LIFE science education - Abstract
This study examined whether publication outcome was affected by the gender of author, handling associate editor (AE), or reviewer, and whether there was gender bias in reviewer selection, in the journal Reproduction. Analyses were carried out on 4289 original research manuscripts submitted to the journal between 2007 and 2019. Both female and male AEs appointed more male reviewers than female reviewers, but female AEs were significantly more likely to appoint female reviewers than male AEs were (p < 0.001). When examining the gender of either first or last author manuscripts, those with female authors that were reviewed by female reviewers received better scores than those with male authors that were reviewed by female reviewers (p < 0.05): where the reviewer was male, no such effect was observed. Acceptance rates of manuscripts were similar for both female and male authors, whether first or last, regardless of AE gender. Overall, there was no significant correlation between gender of first or last author, or of AE, on the likelihood of acceptance of a research paper. These data suggest no bias against female authors during the peer review process in this reproductive biology journal. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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32. Paper models to illustrate the structure and solubility properties of membrane lipids.
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Brown, Bernard S.
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MEMBRANE lipids , *BIOLOGY education , *CHEMICAL structure - Abstract
Discusses the use of paper models in illustrating the structure and solubility properties of membrane lipids. Materials; Steps in constructing the paper models; Design.
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- 1991
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33. Classroom Response Systems: Effects on the Critical Analysis Skills of Students in Introductory Science Courses.
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Adams, Cindy Chesworth and Columba, Lynn
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BIOLOGY education ,STUDENTS ,PERSONS ,EDUCATION ,SCIENCE students - Abstract
College instructors often teach scientific thinking by asking students to review and analyze a primary research article. The main purpose of this study was to explore how classroom response systems (CRS) could help impact the quality of written analysis papers submitted for this assignment by students taking 100-level biology courses at a medium-sized suburban, two-year college in the northeastern United States. Students in all participating course sections received written instructions on five key elements of critical analysis (CA) to include in scientific study analysis papers. Classroom instruction on recognizing these key elements in primary research papers was provided either via CRS or via an instructor-facilitated classroom discussion enhanced by the same PowerPoint presentation. A rubric, designed specifically for this assignment, was validated prior to its use in this study. Fifty students participated in the study, and those who received the CRS intervention achieved significantly higher CA scores for identifying implications of study findings, while the group that received only written instructions achieved significantly higher CA scores for discussing the credibility of the references used by the authors in planning the critiqued study. The implications of this study are discussed along with ideas for future research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2014
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34. Moralistic Science: Socio-Cultural Norms about Sexuality in Indian Biology Education.
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Jose, Panchami, Chunawala, Sugra, and Chari, Deepa
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ETHICS ,HUMAN sexuality ,SCIENCE ,BIOLOGY education ,HETERONORMATIVITY - Abstract
This paper takes the position that the discourses of science and morality are not distinct within biology education; rather, they inform each other to produce, discipline, and regulate human sexuality. Our analysis of the medical and moral discussion on sexuality in a secondary school science textbook (the 12th standard National Council for Educational Research and Training textbook), along with insights from interviews with teachers, reveals that the texts portray a romanticized notion of sex that is limited to a monogamous heterosexual relationship. In the first part of the paper, we analyze how the biology textbook discusses "safer sex" in the limited context of sexually transmitted diseases and how scientific knowledge produces specific sexual subjectivities and categories. In our view, the portrayal of "normal sex" in the textbook is valueladen and not inconsequential. We also examine the discursive devices employed by the textbook to assert what is considered "culturally appropriate." The second part of the paper focuses on interviews with three biology teachers from Keralam, India. Discourse analysis is used as a methodology to explore how teachers occasionally use scientific and moral arguments interchangeably. We discuss some examples where teachers use cultural and moral ideals to justify the scientific claims in the textbook. For instance, when the textbook focuses on how "promiscuity" produces disease, teachers emphasize how promiscuity can lead to sexual anarchy, fatherless children, unsatisfied spouses, and broken relations. We argue that the teachers, along with the textbook, intertwine scientific facts with moral sensibilities, articulating a view of science, technology, and medicine that aligns with socio-cultural norms. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
35. Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Male Students' Hesitancy to Study Biology in Ireland: Factors Effecting Intent in the Transition to Upper Secondary School.
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Kealy, Carmen, McCauley, Veronica, and Flynn, Paul
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SCIENTIFIC knowledge ,HESITATION ,PLANNED behavior theory ,SECONDARY schools ,SCIENCE education ,VOCATIONAL guidance ,TEACHER development - Abstract
While it is evident that Ireland has the ambition to widen access to higher education, there are challenges; especially regarding the decision-making process of socio-economically disadvantaged youth when selecting subjects for transition into higher education. This is of particular concern when there are abundant science-related courses in higher education, as well as careers, which are fundamental to the global economy, and a cohort of Ireland's youth is disadvantaged in choosing this pathway. National statistics highlight the disproportionate participation rate across genders in upper secondary school science education. Extensive research has been invested in exploring supporting female access into male-dominated science fields (e.g., physics) but less so regarding male access into female-dominated science fields (e.g., biology) to achieve gender equity. Thus, this paper uses the Theory of Planned Behaviour as a theoretical framework to examine the possible psychosocial elements affecting the decision-making process of socio-economically disadvantaged male students attending DEIS schools in the Republic of Ireland and their intent to study biology as a subject at the upper secondary school level. Data collected from 344 secondary school-level students from 20 schools across nine Irish counties, and subsequently descriptively analysed, revealed that male students were considerably less likely than female students to choose biology at upper secondary level education. Many male students expressed anxiousness and hopelessness when evaluating the study of biology. Teachers were identified as lead influencers and self-efficacy was highlighted as a significant factor in male affinity to the subject. Finally, higher levels of female students' intent to study biology at upper second level suggested the familial influence of parents and wider family contributes to their overall perspective on the relevance of science to their future prosperity. Considering the various factors influencing intent, the authors suggest that a targeted pedagogical intervention that includes the promotion of self-efficacy; male student mastery experiences through assessment; emphasis on scientific knowledge; and raising the awareness of the various career pathways that studying biology affords could ameliorate this trend amongst teenage males. Additionally, targeted messaging for parents and the wider family as well as continuous professional development for teachers should be integral to any work conducted in this area. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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36. Editorial.
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Hibbert, Kathryn and Alvunger, Daniel
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MOBILE learning ,AFFECTIVE education ,BIOLOGY education - Abstract
An introduction to the topics discussed within the issue is presented, including the incorporation of digital learning experience into the curriculum, interaffective learning experiences in higher vocational education curriculum and visual representation in senior high school biology assessment.
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- 2023
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37. Meeting-At-A-Glance.
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PLANT anatomy ,BIOLOGY education ,PLANT evolution - Published
- 2021
38. EXPLORING COMPLEX BIOLOGICAL PROCESSES THROUGH ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.
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Rahioui, Fatima, Tahri Jouti, Mohammed Ali, and El Ghzaoui, Mohammed
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ARTIFICIAL intelligence ,MACHINE learning ,VIRTUAL classrooms ,BIOLOGY education ,INDIVIDUALIZED instruction - Abstract
Artificial intelligence (AI) is now affecting all aspects of our social lives. Without always knowing it, we interact daily with intelligent systems. They serve us invisibly. At least that's the goal we assign to them: to make our lives better, task by task. Artificial intelligence has the potential to make biology education more engaging, personalized, and effective by providing students with interactive simulations, personalized learning experiences, and other tools that help them understand complex biological concepts. In this paper, we discuss the integration of AI into the virtual classroom, which significantly enhances student learning experiences in various ways. The study shows that an effective integration of technology into the virtual classroom requires a thoughtful approach that aligns with educational goals and the specific needs of students. In fact, interactive simulations can help make biology more engaging and memorable for students. Besides, personalized learning AI algorithms can help biology students receive a more tailored and effective learning experience, helping them to better understand the course material and develop a deeper appreciation for the natural world. In this work, we will discuss the use of AI to enhance interactive simulation-based cellular processes, with additional application in anatomy, physiology, and ecology teaching. Moreover, this paper discusses how AI could be used to analyze student data and propose personalized learning using adaptive assessments, content recommendations, and data sciences. This paper illustrates examples of AI algorithms that could be useful for teaching biology. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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39. A competency-bazed approach in the environmental education of the students - future biology teachers.
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Doychinova, Klaida
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ENVIRONMENTAL education ,BIOLOGY teachers ,BIOLOGY students ,BIOLOGY education ,ARTIFICIAL intelligence - Abstract
The contemporary trends of globalization and enhanced international cooperation, as well as the aim at building a knowledge-based society, have put higher education institutions in an ever-increasing public interest. The fast-developing digitalization, the implementation of artificial intelligence and especially the generational characteristics of the learners determine the need for new approaches in teaching and learning tailored to individual needs. One of them is the competence approach, which represents one of the leading pedagogical concepts of the 21st century and is the basis for the formation of ecological competence. Its application in pedagogical practice is a serious challenge for both teachers and students – future Biology teachers. The article analyses on a structural and functional basis the components of environmental competence. A theoretical model for the formation of ecological competence in the discipline "Forms and methods of ecological education and upbringing in Biology education", included in the curriculum of Master degree students is presented. The model is aimed at updating the vision of the learning process in the relevant discipline, the main part of which is environmental education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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40. Expansive Learning During Pandemic Teaching: Collaborative Digital Textbooks in Secondary Biology Courses.
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Nourie, Kristi
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COVID-19 pandemic ,DIGITAL technology ,ELECTRONIC textbooks ,SECONDARY education ,BIOLOGY education - Abstract
This paper presents partial findings from a larger mixed methods case study that explored a high school biology teaching team's pedagogical approaches to engaging with electronic textbooks (e-textbooks) in face-to-face, online, and hybrid teaching environments during the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite a growing body of literature on electronic textbooks, most researchers have used quantitative methods to understand users' implementation of and satisfaction with this technology, and have done so in higher education settings. Largely absent from the literature are accounts of how different affordances associated with e-textbooks are employed as pedagogical tools in general and their use in secondary schools more specifically. Conducted within the framework of cultural-historical activity theory, the project captured evidence of the tensions associated with three cycles with regard to the teachers' use of the e-textbook as classes moved from one learning environment to another. Data collection was conducted over an eleven month period that spanned two school years; data were generated through close- and open-ended questionnaires as well as document analyses. Two of the three documents occurred naturally in different phases of the teaching process while the third provided the historical context out of which one of the others developed and the social context in which it had been situated. The preliminary findings presented in this paper suggest that technical competence and content knowledge do not guarantee pedagogical prowess with education technologies, even those that teachers have used for years, as was the case in this study. The findings further suggest that there is a need for robust pedagogical practices that support the use of e-textbooks and their tools beyond replicating the use of physical textbooks. Such practices did not develop as a result of familiarity with the e-textbook or changes to the environment that positioned the e-textbook for a more prominent role, suggesting a need for specialised training. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2021
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41. The Effect of Web-Based Biology Learning Environment on Academic Performance: A Meta-analysis Study.
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Vekli, Gülşah Sezen and Çalik, Muammer
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CLASSROOM environment ,ACADEMIC achievement ,PERFORMANCE theory ,BIOLOGY education ,EXTREME value theory ,INTERNET in education - Abstract
The purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of web-based biology learning environment in improving academic performance via a meta-analysis. In looking for the studies on web-based biology learning environment, several keyword patterns from the abstracts (e.g., Pattern 1: web-based learning and biology education) were recruited in well-known databases (e.g., ERIC, EBSCO, Springer Link). Finally, 22 papers were apparent for the current meta-analysis examining the effect of web-based biology learning environment on academic performance. All statistical data from the studies were initially inserted into an Excel sheet and then imported into comprehensive meta-analysis (CMA) statistics software to calculate Hedges' g values. The overall effect-size of web-based biology learning environment pointed to a medium effect. Also, it was found that the educational level and type of experimental design, as moderator variables, did not positively affect the students' academic performance along with web-based biology learning environment. In light of the findings, it can be concluded that web-based biology learning environment is somewhat effective at improving the students' academic performance. The current study recommends that further studies should be undertaken to deepen the implementation processes of the studies with extreme values and explore what makes them unique. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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42. Don't Reinvent the Wheel: Capitalizing on What Others Already Know about Teaching Topics in Evolution.
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ZIADIE, MICHELLE A. and ANDREWS, TESSA C.
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EVOLUTIONARY theories ,PEDAGOGICAL content knowledge ,NATURAL selection ,BIOLOGY education ,BIOLOGY students - Abstract
What knowledge do you need to be an effective instructor? One key type of knowledge is pedagogical content knowledge (PCK), which includes awareness of how students are likely to think about a topic and where they will struggle as they learn that topic. We propose PCK as a valuable framework for reflecting on your own knowledge for teaching topics in evolution. We have created a searchable file that uses PCK as a framework to organize over 400 peer-reviewed papers from 40+ journals to give you better access to relevant resources for teaching evolution to undergraduates and advanced high school students. None of us have time to read 400 papers to inform our teaching, so we provide tips to maximize your use of this collective knowledge in the time you have available. We have written these to be useful to instructors across career stages. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2019
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43. Systems thinking in biology education research bibliometric analysis.
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Taufik, Leo Muhammad, Widodo, Ari, Samsudin, Achmad, Hasanah, Lilik, Yuliani, Galuh, Iryanti, Mimin, Kasi, Yohanes Freadyanus, Shidiq, Ari Syahidul, and Rusyati, Lilit
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BIBLIOMETRICS ,BIOLOGY education ,SYSTEMS theory ,EDUCATION research ,SYSTEMS biology ,WEB databases ,SYNTHETIC biology - Abstract
The goal of this study is to establish how research on the issue of systems thinking in biology education has progressed over the last ten years, from 2011 to 2020. The research method combines qualitative research with a review of the literature as we know as literature review. Data was gathered by searching Scopus journals for 29 citation publications published between 2011 and 2020. VOSviewer were used to analyse the data. The findings revealed that 29 publications published articles on systems thinking in biology education from 2011 to 2020. The articles reviewed for this study were only collected from the Scopus database, therefore they did not have similar data. As a result, there are some research gaps in biology education to be study in future about systems thinking. For further results, study must employ a comparative analytical strategy that includes the Scopus database and the Web of Sciences (WoS). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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44. Analysis of Non-Parametric Qualities of Undergraduate Biology Examination Questions in a Nigeria University: Implications for Quality Assurance and Students' Learning Outcome Tajor Ago?
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Mustapha, M. T.
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UNDERGRADUATE education ,EDUCATIONAL tests & measurements ,QUALITY assurance ,BIOLOGY education ,TEST validity - Abstract
This study was carried out to ascertain non-parametric qualities of past undergraduate biology examinations questions in one Nigeria university. The study employed ex-post facto research design and involved document analysis procedure. It surveyed one hundred and seven examination question papers with a total One thousand one hundred and ninety eight mainly essay and sub-essay questions for a period of five years examination sessions from 2012/2013 to 2017/2018 but excluded 2016/2017. Using descriptive content analysis method, the study analysed the content validity and the cognitive content of the biology examination papers. Descriptive statistics, mainly percentage was used to determine the proportion of the questions set on the content of each course in context of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Abuja, Nigeria, Benchmark for Minimum Academic Standard (BMAS, 2007) and the in-use university academic prospectus undergraduate biology curriculum. The analysis revealed that 80% of the content of the biology curriculum was tested but the examination tested more of lower order cognitive abilities (knowledge and comprehensive) which constituted 76.11% with deviation +36.11, than higher order questions (23.85%) with application/problem solving constituting only1.83% The overall finding calls for further improvement in the qualities of the examination questions. Appropriate recommendations that could lead to improvement of the content validity of the examinations questions, increasing proportion of problem solving/application and broad range of higher level analytical, creative and evaluative thinking questions were made. It was concluded that the examination question papers could be considered suitable assessment tool that satisfy content validity but low towards the attainment of higher cognitive objectives of biology of the undergraduate program. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2020
45. The Disappearance of Natural History, Fieldwork, and Live Organism Study from American Biology Teacher Education
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Entress, Cole
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- 2023
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46. 'Biology is easy, physics is hard': Student perceptions of the ideal and the typical student across STEM higher education.
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Wong, Billy, Chiu, Yuan-Li Tiffany, Murray, Órla Meadhbh, Horsburgh, Jo, and Copsey-Blake, Meggie
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BIOLOGY education ,STEM education ,HIGHER education ,SOCIAL dominance ,UNDERGRADUATES - Abstract
This paper draws upon in-depth interviews with 89 students from two UK universities to explore how students from Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) degrees describe the ideal as well as the typical student in their respective disciplines. We provide a comparative insight into the similarities and differences between disciplinary identities based on student perceptions. More specifically, we consider how undergraduates from biology, engineering, mathematics and physics construct the ideal and the typical student in their degree, highlighting the popular discourses and desirable traits that appear to characterise students in these disciplines. In addition to a masculinised construction of students in engineering, mathematics and physics, we found a social hierarchy within STEM degrees where biology was perceived as the easier STEM subject. We conclude with a discussion of the impact of such hierarchies on student identities in STEM, and potential implications for equality, diversity and inclusion. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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47. The Effectiveness of an Interdisciplinary Approach in Biology Teaching in Primary School: A Comparison With Monodisciplinary Approach.
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Županec, Vera, Lazarević, Tihomir, Sekulić, Vanja, and Pribićević, Tijana
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INTERDISCIPLINARY approach to knowledge ,BIOLOGY education ,CONTROL groups ,PROFESSIONAL education ,DATABASES - Abstract
Interdisciplinary teaching and learning is an approach that synthesizes the curricular objectives and methods of two or more disciplines or subjects focusing on a specific topic or issue. While it is being increasingly implemented in universities, at lower levels of education there are still countries where science subjects are taught and learned fragmentarily. To assess the significance of the interdisciplinary approach in primary school biology teaching, the paper aims at an experimental verification of the effectiveness of this method in relation to the quality and retention of student knowledge, compared to the monodisciplinary approach to teaching and learning biology. The paper also describes a scenario for teaching a topic in which biological and geographical contents correlate. The study applied a pedagogical experiment with parallel groups. In total, 180 students attending two primary schools in the city of Novi Sad participated in the experiment and were divided into an experimental and a control group. The findings suggest that the interdisciplinary approach improved the quality and retention of student knowledge. The experimental group was more successful in completing tasks that required comprehension and practical application of knowledge. The study thus emphasizes the need for a professional curriculum development that would enhance the interdisciplinary correlation of various disciplines. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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48. The Construct Validity of some Certificate of Secondary Education Biology Examinations: the evidence from factor analysis.
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Hoste, Roland
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BIOLOGY education ,EDUCATIONAL tests & measurements ,SECONDARY education ,CERTIFICATE of Secondary Education (Great Britain) ,EXAMINATIONS ,LATENT variables ,FACTOR analysis ,HIGH schools ,ACHIEVEMENT tests ,ACADEMIC achievement - Abstract
Factor analysis of a number of Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) examinations showed that tests of practical biology loaded significantly on the same factor as biology theory papers. When a fictitious correlation matrix was factored it was necessary for the correlation between tests of practical and theoretical biology to fall to about 0.17 before the two separate tests of biological ability appeared as distinct constructs, it is concluded that the examinations studied were not adequately distinguishing practical biology from theoretical biology. All assessments appeared to be testing a general factor which might be related either to general ability, or to a specific biological ability. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 1982
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49. Science Education Paper Abstract.
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SCIENCE education , *NANOTECHNOLOGY , *CURRICULUM , *BIOLOGY education - Abstract
The article presents abstracts on the topics related to science education which include the application of nanotechnology and ethics on college courses' general education, the issue regarding the scientific method curriculum development, and the relevance of student response system and its teaching application in biology.
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- 2008
50. Representing biodiversity in science museums: perspectives from an STSE lens.
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Marandino, Martha, Pedretti, Erminia, and Iannini, Ana Maria Navas
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SCIENCE museums ,MUSEUM studies ,LENSES ,ENVIRONMENTAL ethics ,HUMAN beings ,BIODIVERSITY ,ACQUISITION of data - Abstract
This paper explores how biodiversity is represented at the Life in Crisis Schad Gallery of Biodiversity (Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto). Using theoretical perspectives related to science, technology, society and environment (STSE), and biodiversity in science museums, we conducted a qualitative case study of the exhibit. Data collection included records of the exhibit through photos and videos; field notes; in-depth interviews with two museum professionals; and collection of documents and artifacts. The first analytical stage, based on inductive analysis, revealed that biodiversity is being represented as an 'unknown' topic, a loss and an unfinished narrative. The second analytical stage, deductively supported by the STSE framework, reflected a prominent logical reasoning angle, through which biological perspectives are routinary reflected in the exhibit. Our analyses also revealed hints of environmental ethics, stewardship, socio-ecojustice and value-centered views often associated in the exhibit with worldwide environmental issues and the idea of generic human beings. Our study suggests that the STSE lens can provide a framework to support the work of science museums around topics like biodiversity. It also highlights the importance of bringing local perspectives to the exhibit content, engaging with critical pedagogical strategies and amplifying the concept of sociobiodiversity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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