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Learning transferable skills in large lecture halls: Implementing a POGIL approach in biochemistry
Author(s) -
Bailey Cheryl P.,
Minderhout Vicky,
Loertscher Jennifer
Publication year - 2011
Publication title -
biochemistry and molecular biology education
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.34
H-Index - 39
eISSN - 1539-3429
pISSN - 1470-8175
DOI - 10.1002/bmb.20556
Subject(s) - class (philosophy) , active learning (machine learning) , mathematics education , cooperative learning , computer science , process (computing) , student engagement , psychology , teaching method , artificial intelligence , operating system
As research‐based, active learning approaches become more common in biochemistry classrooms, the large lecture course remains the most challenging to transform. Here, we provide a case study demonstrating how process oriented guided inquiry learning (POGIL) can be implemented in a large class taught in a traditional lecture hall. Course structure and multiple strategies to support student learning and encourage engagement are described in detail. Therefore, this case study could act as a model for others wishing to transform their own courses from lecture to a more student‐centered format. Student feedback about the course format was overwhelmingly positive and preliminary assessment data demonstrated student learning gains in several important areas. BIOCHEMISTRY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY EDUCATION, 2012