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A Course Design for Remote Teaching Advanced Topics in Neuroscience
Raul Ramos1, Emmanuel J Rivera-Rodriguez1
1Department of Biology, Brandeis University, Waltham, MA 02453.
Remote teaching of advanced neuroscience is effective, offering a viable alternative to in-person instruction. This course design emphasizes science communication skills and achieved high student satisfaction, meeting key learning objectives.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience Education
- Remote Learning Technologies
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated a shift to remote teaching.
- Remote instruction is increasingly recognized as a viable educational model.
Purpose of the Study:
- To detail a course design for remote teaching advanced undergraduate neuroscience.
- To align learning goals with those of the Faculty for Undergraduate Neuroscience (FUN) and the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
Main Methods:
- Implemented a curriculum featuring synchronous lectures, asynchronous videos, and guest speakers.
- Replaced traditional exams with science communication assignments.
- Utilized an Instructor Course Evaluation survey for indirect assessment.
Main Results:
- Students reported high satisfaction with the course outcomes.
- Evidence suggests that the course successfully met its defined learning goals.
- The course design proved effective for remote delivery of advanced science topics.
Conclusions:
- The described course design is a transferable tool for remote advanced science education.
- Effective remote teaching strategies can successfully engage students in complex scientific subjects.
- Emphasis on science communication enhances the remote learning experience in neuroscience.
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