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  • Biochemistry
  • Education
  • Computational Biology

Background:

  • Foldit is a popular online game used for teaching biology and biochemistry.
  • Educators seek adaptable tools to integrate scientific concepts into curricula.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Introduce and evaluate Foldit's "custom contests" feature for educational applications.
  • Demonstrate the utility of custom contests in an upper-level biochemistry course.

Main Methods:

  • Developed and implemented a new "custom contests" feature within the Foldit game.
  • Utilized five distinct custom contests in an upper-level biochemistry class setting.
  • Assessed the effectiveness of custom contests as a supplementary teaching aid.

Main Results:

  • The custom contests feature was successfully integrated into an upper-level biochemistry curriculum.
  • Educators can create tailored Foldit puzzles aligned with specific learning objectives.
  • The feature demonstrated potential for diverse educational levels, from middle school to graduate school.

Conclusions:

  • Foldit's "custom contests" offer a flexible and engaging tool for science education.
  • This feature empowers educators to customize game-based learning experiences.
  • The adaptability of custom contests supports diverse pedagogical approaches in biochemistry and biology.