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551-0916-00L 6 Credits BSC D-BIOL

Learning and Teaching Biology

Lecturers: Prof. em. Dr. Ernst Hafen
Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Ernst Hafen, Dr. Katja Köhler
Does not take place this semester. Number of participants limited to 20 The block course will only take place with a minimum of 10 participants. The enrolment is done by the D-BIOL study administration.
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:41:03

Abstract

This course represents an introduction to recent research into student learning on the conceptual foundations of modern biology, together with pedagogical methods associated with effective instruction and its valuation. Students will be involved in active research into conceptual and practical issues involved in biology education and methods to discover student preconceptions.

Objective

Provides an overview on student's learning and shows ways to make the classroom experience more engaging and effective for students. Students will learn to produce a research-based paper on a project they work on during the course.

Resources

Literature

The course is not taught by a particular book, but recommended literature (review articles and selected primary literature) will be provided during the course. See the introductory video to the course here: http://youtu.be/GFJuNncSsdE

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Learning and Teaching Biology
Does not take place this semester. Permission from lecturers required for all students. Block course in the 4tht quarter of the spring semester
No time listed 100 h semesterly

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