10806100Principles of Animal Biology Workshop
Course Information
Description
A companion to (10-806-105), Principles of Animal Biology, this workshop allows students to develop and enhance skills related to problem solving in animal biology.
Total Credits
1
Course Competencies
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Develop listening and note taking skillsAssessment Strategiesby successfully completing outline and word listsby reading Listening and Note Taking chapter in textby successfully completing exercises 5 and 8 in textCriterialearner outlines chapter of biology textbook using appropriate techniquelearner develops word lists for chapter of biology textbook and defines these wordslearner constructs note taking plan based upon individual learning style
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Develop study sessionsAssessment Strategiesby forming successful study groupsby reading and successfully completing Study Sessions chapter in textby comparing and contrasting an understanding of biological material before and after developing preparatory and review strategiesCriterialearner discusses the importance of preparing for lecture/laboratory and reviewing lecture/laboratory materiallearner discusses the importance of study groups, study material, and daily and weekly review
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Analyze alternative study methodologiesAssessment Strategiesby reading and successfully completing appropriate chapters in text (appropriate chapters based upon student need and preference)by choosing and utilizing the study methodology that best fits student's needsCriterialearner discusses alternative study strategies (including but not limited to): computer graphics and analyzing figures/tables, concept mapping, flowcharts, flash cards, review sheetslearner determines which study strategies work for student