Introducing Modern Science into Schools

Willingale−Theune, Julia; Manaia, Alexandra; Gebhardt, Philipp; Lorenzi, Rossana De; Haury, Matthias

doi:10.1126/science.1171989

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“…17 Others have indicated differences in mouse behaviors by sex as it relates to depression and food reward response. 16,[18][19][20][21] Following these findings, it has been recommended that scientists working with mice should specify the sex and age of the animals used in their studies. Many of the assays for mouse behavior tend to be more complex than plotted locomotion, but the data contained in this manuscript strongly suggest that those vested in behavioral assays using zebrafish should carefully analyze differences that may be present within their test groups.…”

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Reducing the Noise in Behavioral Assays: Sex and Age in Adult Zebrafish Locomotion

Philpott¹,

Donack²,

Cousin

et al. 2012

Zebrafish

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Many assays are used in animal model systems to measure specific human disease-related behaviors. The use of both adult and larval zebrafish as a behavioral model is gaining popularity. As this work progresses and potentially translates into new treatments, we must do our best to improve the sensitivity of these assays by reducing confounding factors. Scientists who use the mouse model system have demonstrated that sex and age can influence a number of behaviors. As a community, they have moved to report the age and sex of all animals used in their studies. Zebrafish work does not yet carry the same mandate. In this study, we evaluated sex and age differences in locomotion behavior. We found that age was a significant factor in locomotion, as was sex within a given age group. In short, as zebrafish age, they appear to show less base level locomotion. With regard to sex, younger (10 months) zebrafish showed more locomotion in males, while older zebrafish (22 months) showed more movement in females. These findings have led us to suggest that those using the zebrafish for behavioral studies control for age and sex within their experimental design and report these descriptors in their methods.

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Reducing the Noise in Behavioral Assays: Sex and Age in Adult Zebrafish Locomotion

Philpott¹,

Donack²,

Cousin

et al. 2012

Zebrafish

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“…Each strategy has its benefits and drawbacks. Games are also used to promote student involvement in active learning 25 , and role-playing games (RPGs) are one type of group-based game used across all levels of education [26][27][28][29][30] . Like most games, RPGs typically feature fantasy, mystery and clear rules and goals, allowing the player to exert a degree of control over the process.…”

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Learning through role-playing games: an approach for active learning and teaching

Randi

Carvalho

2013

Rev. bras. educ. med.

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This study evaluates the use of role-playing games (RPGs) PALAVRAS-CHAVE:-Graduação; -Role-Playing Game; -Síntese de ATP; -Ciclo Celular;-Endocitose e Digestão Celular; -Aprendizagem Ativa. RESUMO Avaliamos o uso dos role-plying games (RPGs) como uma metodologia de ensino e aprendizagem em Biologia Celular. Alunos do primeiro ano de Medicina participaram de aula expositiva tradicional (grupo referência) ou de aula com RPG (grupo RPG). Comparações foram feitas pela análise de questionários pré-e pós-aula com RPG, das notas nas provas regulares, e das notas obtidas em um

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“…Development of strategies aimed at increasing the number of students that complete advanced degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines and engage in research careers in the sciences is critical to maintaining US global competitiveness. These educational deficiencies are being addressed using a number of approaches, including restructuring how science is taught in the classroom, placing a greater emphasis on the methods used for scientific thought and discovery, and development of critical thinking skills rather than just memorization of large amounts of information (Gerzina et al 2003;Wood and Handelsman 2004;Maciejewski 2007;Willingale-Theune et al 2009). …”

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Opening Pathways for Underrepresented High School Students to Biomedical Research Careers: The Emory University RISE Program

Rohrbaugh

Corcés

2011

Genetics

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Increasing the college graduation rates of underrepresented minority students in science disciplines is essential to attain a diverse workforce for the 21st century. The Research Internship and Science Education (RISE) program attempts to motivate and prepare students from the Atlanta Public School system, where underrepresented minority (URM) students comprise a majority of the population, for biomedical science careers by offering the opportunity to participate in an original research project. Students work in a research laboratory from the summer of their sophomore year until graduation, mentored by undergraduate and graduate students and postdoctoral fellows (postdocs). In addition, they receive instruction in college-level biology, scholastic assessment test (SAT) preparation classes, and help with the college application process. During the last 4 yr, RISE students have succeeded in the identification and characterization of a series of proteins involved in the regulation of nuclear organization and transcription. All but 1 of 39 RISE students have continued on to 4-year college undergraduate studies and 61% of those students are currently enrolled in sciencerelated majors. These results suggest that the use of research-based experiences at the high school level may contribute to the increased recruitment of underrepresented students into science-related careers.

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Introducing Modern Science into Schools

Abstract: A multinational research institution provides advanced training to help high-school teachers bring inquiry into the classroom.

Cited by 16 publications

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Reducing the Noise in Behavioral Assays: Sex and Age in Adult Zebrafish Locomotion

Reducing the Noise in Behavioral Assays: Sex and Age in Adult Zebrafish Locomotion

Learning through role-playing games: an approach for active learning and teaching

Opening Pathways for Underrepresented High School Students to Biomedical Research Careers: The Emory University RISE Program

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