Describes the remarkable changes taking place in American undergraduate biology education; a report by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.
This project actively supports an extended network of educators interested in the reform of undergraduate biology. Collaborative efforts with other educational groups, links to staff, current activities, library, and projects.
Excellent specialized directory of online tools and resources, "selected by BioScientists for BioScientists".
"The National Science Board (NSB), charged with advising the President and the Congress on national science policy, urges a nation-wide consensus on a core of knowledge and competency in mathematics and science. The Board believes it is both possible and imperative to develop national strategies that serve the national interest while respecting local responsibility for K-12 teaching and learning" (Executive Summary).
A three year project that brought together biology faculty from colleges and universities to select, develop and disseminate a group of field-tested, research-based systems and instructional materials for introductory biology courses. Its major objective is to promote research activities by students and faculty on all levels of the undergraduate curriculum.
A national professional development program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison for K-14 science and health educators. Most courses are related to biology.
Develops inquiry-based science curriculum, including textbooks. Includes downloadable curriculum modules, catalog, annual report, and job openings.
Offers profound resources of tutorials and lesson plans for biology and science teachers. Devoted to the compilation of interactive education sites.
Repository of line drawings, video clips, and photos to teach biology.
Full curriculum resources for incorporating insects into elementary classrooms. Includes care instructions, cross-curricular lesson plans, and links.
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