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Aligning objectives and assessment in responsible conduct of research instruction.

Authors :
Antes AL
DuBois JM
Source :
Journal of microbiology & biology education [J Microbiol Biol Educ] 2014 Dec 15; Vol. 15 (2), pp. 108-16. Date of Electronic Publication: 2014 Dec 15 (Print Publication: 2014).
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

Efforts to advance research integrity in light of concerns about misbehavior in research rely heavily on education in the responsible conduct of research (RCR). However, there is limited evidence for the effectiveness of RCR instruction as a remedy. Assessment is essential in RCR education if the research community wishes to expend the effort of instructors, students, and trainees wisely. This article presents key considerations that instructors and course directors must consider in aligning learning objectives with instructional methods and assessment measures, and it provides illustrative examples. Above all, in order for RCR educators to assess outcomes more effectively, they must align assessment to their learning objectives and attend to the validity of the measures used.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1935-7877
Volume :
15
Issue :
2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Journal of microbiology & biology education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
25574258
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1128/jmbe.v15i2.852