Use of Microthemes to Increase Writing Content for Introductory Science Laboratory
Writing is a learning activity, as well as a communication skill. Many instructors recognize the value of writing as a learning tool but struggle to develop effective writing assignments. Instructors are generally pressed for time during lecture due to the necessity to deliver content and, there...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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American Society for Microbiology
2012-02-01
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| Series: | Journal of Microbiology & Biology Education |
| Online Access: | http://jmbesubmissions.asm.org/index.php/jmbe/article/view/366 |
| Summary: | Writing is a learning activity, as well as a communication skill. Many instructors recognize the value of writing as a learning tool but struggle to develop effective writing assignments. Instructors are generally pressed for time during lecture due to the necessity to deliver content and, therefore, cannot dedicate time necessary to teach science writing skills effectively. Traditional term papers assigned to a class with varying writing skills may not accomplish the desired goal of teaching both technical writing skills and critical thinking skills. Students that are already struggling with content may be at a disadvantage in terms of conveying complex ideas. An answer to this problem is the microtheme paper which we employ in an Introductory Botany laboratory setting. |
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| ISSN: | 1935-7877 1935-7885 |