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Genetics for nonbiology students: three suggestions.

W G Heim1

  • 1Department of Biology, Colorado College, Colorado Springs 80903.

American Journal of Human Genetics
|January 1, 1988
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Summary

This study presents three effective teaching techniques for human genetics courses aimed at non-biology students. These methods have been refined over 13 years of instruction within a unique academic calendar.

Area of Science:

  • Genetics Education
  • Pedagogy in Biological Sciences

Background:

  • Teaching human genetics to non-science majors presents unique challenges.
  • Traditional approaches may not resonate with students lacking a biological sciences background.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe three practical teaching techniques for human genetics.
  • To share insights gained from extensive experience in teaching non-majors.

Main Methods:

  • Implementation of three distinct pedagogical strategies.
  • Adaptation of teaching methods to an unusual academic calendar over 13 years.

Main Results:

  • Identification of three successful teaching techniques.
  • Demonstrated utility of these techniques for engaging non-biology students.

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