A Cocurricular Context-Based Enrichment Program to Enhance Scientific Skills Development
Kate L. Nixon,
Eleanor M. Crabb,
Michael K. Seery
Abstract:We describe the implementation of an optional, noncredit bearing, context-based enrichment program delivered in a predominantly asynchronous manner over summer break. The program was designed around a series of context-based investigations related to real-world applications, to provide students with an additional opportunity to develop their scientific skills (investigative, data analysis, communication skills) and technical awareness of experimental techniques as well as extend their scientific learning beyon… Show more
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