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Teaching students to think like scientists ICB Webinar Series Teaching students to think like scientists A. Malcolm Campbell Davidson College Integrating Concepts in Biology Webinar Series for Biology Faculty

Integrating Concepts in Biology Outline for Talk What’s wrong with Intro Bio? What have we done to fix it? Learning Outcomes curriculum implications e-book format benefits © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Teaching vs Learning Guess what, I taught my dog to whistle! Integrating Concepts in Biology Teaching vs Learning Guess what, I taught my dog to whistle! © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology Teaching vs Learning Really?! © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Teaching vs Learning Whistle! C’mon boy, whistle! Integrating Concepts in Biology Teaching vs Learning Whistle! C’mon boy, whistle! © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology Teaching vs Learning ?????????? © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology Teaching vs Learning I thought you said you taught your dog to whistle. © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology Teaching vs Learning I did, but I didn’t say that he learned to whistle. © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

National recognition of the need to change Integrating Concepts in Biology National recognition of the need to change A SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS MADE AT A NATIONAL CONFERENCE ORGANIZED BY THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCIENCE © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology AP Biology Redesign © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

GRE General Test Redesigned Integrating Concepts in Biology GRE General Test Redesigned Verbal Reasoning: measures your ability to understand what you read and how you apply your reasoning skills. © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

GRE General Test Redesigned Integrating Concepts in Biology GRE General Test Redesigned Quantitative Reasoning: understand quantitative information interpret and analyze quantitative information solve problems using mathematical models apply basic mathematical skills and elementary mathematical concepts of arithmetic, algebra, geometry and data interpretation includes real-life scenarios © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

GRE General Test Redesigned Integrating Concepts in Biology GRE General Test Redesigned Analytical Writing: Quantitative Reasoning: provide focused responses to prompts so you can demonstrate your ability to directly respond. © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology MCAT Test Redesigned Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills: Analyze, evaluate, and apply information provided in passages © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology MCAT Test Redesigned Natural Sciences: combine knowledge of natural science concepts with their scientific inquiry and reasoning skills to solve problems that demonstrate their readiness for medical school. © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

What’s wrong with biology education now? Integrating Concepts in Biology What’s wrong with biology education now? Vocabulary is over-emphasized (800-1000 vs 1400) Experimental approaches are minimized Math is rarely used Memorization is rewarded Critical thinking is discouraged Information is irrelevant to students © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Present information and data… Integrating Concepts in Biology Present information and data… © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

… in the context of the big picture. Integrating Concepts in Biology … in the context of the big picture. © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Artificial Divide within Biology Integrating Concepts in Biology Artificial Divide within Biology Small Biology Big Biology © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Started with the literature… Integrating Concepts in Biology Started with the literature… © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Five Levels of Organization Integrating Concepts in Biology Five Levels of Organization Molecular Cellular Organismal Population Ecological System © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Five by Five Matrix of Biology Integrating Concepts in Biology Five by Five Matrix of Biology Molecular Ecological System Population Organismal Cellular information evolution cells homeostasis BIOLOGY emergent properties © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

ICB is a comprehensive introductory biology course for science majors Integrating Concepts in Biology ICB is a comprehensive introductory biology course for science majors More than just an ebook, ICB is a transformative digital textbook that provides a turn-key solution for implementing this modern approach. Trunity.com/ICB © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Core Concepts = Big Ideas Integrating Concepts in Biology Core Concepts = Big Ideas Vision & Change ICB AP Biology Evolution Structure and Function Information Energy and Matter Systems Biology Evolution Cells Information Homeostasis Emergent Properties Evolution — Information Homeostasis Emergent Properties © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology V&C Core Competencies Apply the process of science Use quantitative reasoning Use modeling and simulations Integrate different disciplines Communicate & collaborate Connect science & society © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology V&C Core Competencies (ICB) Apply the process of science (experimental design) Use quantitative reasoning (interpret raw data) Use modeling and simulations (work with models) Integrate different disciplines (chemistry, math, some physics) Communicate & collaborate (small group discussions, lab) Connect science & society (ELSI readings) © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology Chapter 1.4 How does DNA’s shape affect its function? © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology Chapter 4.3 Can non-living objects compete and grow? © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology Chapter 14.2 Do unicellular species have to work solo? © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology Chapter 6.2 How does a whole genome fit inside a tiny nucleus? © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology Bio-Math Explorations 2.2 How can you quantify a sequence pattern? © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology CH 15 Animal Physiology ESLI 15.3 Should we alter the timing of death? © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology Student Resources Student guide to effectively using ICB © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology Instructor Resources PPT and pedagogy for each section in chapter © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Integrating Concepts in Biology Instructor Resources Answers to integrating and review questions for each chapter. Apply what you know: Additional questions for advanced exploration of chapter content. © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Textbook Comparison on Data Integrating Concepts in Biology Textbook Comparison on Data © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Textbook Comparison on Math Integrating Concepts in Biology Textbook Comparison on Math © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Did ICB students “learn less” content? Integrating Concepts in Biology Did ICB students “learn less” content? © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Core Concepts Assessment Integrating Concepts in Biology Core Concepts Assessment ICB traditional percent correct p = 0.97 +/- SEM Fall 2010 © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Core Concepts Assessment Integrating Concepts in Biology Core Concepts Assessment ICB 83% response rate (new) 63% response rate (traditional) traditional percent correct p = 0.97 p = 0.06 +/- SEM Spring 2011 Fall 2010 © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Do ICB students analyze data better? Integrating Concepts in Biology Do ICB students analyze data better? © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Core Competency Assessment Integrating Concepts in Biology Core Competency Assessment traditional ICB © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Core Competency Assessment Integrating Concepts in Biology Core Competency Assessment © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Do ICB students see biology differently? Integrating Concepts in Biology Do ICB students see biology differently? © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Do ICB students see biology differently? Integrating Concepts in Biology Do ICB students see biology differently? no © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Do ICB students see biology differently? Integrating Concepts in Biology Do ICB students see biology differently? yes! yes! yes! yes! © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Do ICB students see biology differently? Integrating Concepts in Biology Do ICB students see biology differently? yes! yes? © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Do ICB students do poorly in upper level? Integrating Concepts in Biology Do ICB students do poorly in upper level? © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Intro Grades Correlated to Upper Grades Integrating Concepts in Biology Intro Grades Correlated to Upper Grades © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Intro Grades Correlated to Upper Grades Integrating Concepts in Biology Intro Grades Correlated to Upper Grades © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Does ICB chase away majors? Integrating Concepts in Biology Does ICB chase away majors? © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Compare ICB Yield for Majors Integrating Concepts in Biology Compare ICB Yield for Majors © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Do students like ICB eBook? Integrating Concepts in Biology Do students like ICB eBook? © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

Evaluate eBook Pre- and Post-semester Integrating Concepts in Biology Evaluate eBook Pre- and Post-semester © 2016 Malcolm Campbell - Integrating Concepts in Biology - All rights reserved.

A. Malcolm Campbell Davidson College Q&A Trunity.com/ICB A. Malcolm Campbell Davidson College