Field courses narrow demographic achievement gaps in ecology and evolutionary biology
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DOI: 10.1002/ece3.6300
Abstract: Abstract Disparities remain in the representation of marginalized students in STEM. Classroomâbased experiential learning opportunities can increase student confidence and academic success; however, the effectiveness of extending learning to outdoor settings is unknown. Our objectives… read more here.
Keywords: field courses; field; biology; gaps ecology ... See more keywords
A multiple case study of inclusive learning communities enabling active participation in geoscience field courses for students with physical disabilities
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DOI: 10.1080/10899995.2019.1600962
Abstract: Abstract This article presents a multiple case study exploring the emergence of inclusive learning communities within geoscience field courses designed to enable the active participation of students with disabilities. The purpose is to reflect on… read more here.
Keywords: field courses; geoscience field; field; learning communities ... See more keywords
The Impact of Field Courses on Undergraduate Knowledge, Affect, Behavior, and Skills: A Scoping Review
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DOI: 10.1093/biosci/biac070
Abstract: Abstract Field courses provide transformative learning experiences that support success and improve persistence for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics majors. But field courses have not increased proportionally with the number of students in the natural… read more here.
Keywords: field courses; knowledge affect; affect behavior; scoping review ... See more keywords
Understanding the Benefits of Residential Field Courses: The Importance of Class Learning Goal Orientation and Class Belonging
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DOI: 10.1187/cbe.21-08-0201
Abstract: While previous literature finds many benefits to participation in undergraduate field courses, the mechanisms for how these benefits develop is still unknown. This study explores these mechanisms and any unique benefits of field courses by… read more here.
Keywords: goal orientation; field courses; learning goal; class ... See more keywords