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Enhancing Scientific Literacy and Active Citizenship in Biology Program Review 2014

Improve non-major students' attitude toward science, integrate information effectively, and provide opportunities for research and growth. Enhance majors' skills in cell biology, experimental design, and argumentative writing. Offer allied health students knowledge in aseptic technique, human body structure, and cellular metabolism. Present various awards and student research opportunities. Mention employment outlook and program needs for safety and equipment.

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Enhancing Scientific Literacy and Active Citizenship in Biology Program Review 2014

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  1. Biology Program Review2014

  2. SLOs GE: 100s 1. Scientific literacy 2. Distinguish between observations, inferences, relationships, and testimonials 3. Use scientific knowledge to assess personal and environmental health. 4. Use the scientific knowledge and skills necessary for active citizenship.

  3. SLOs GE: 100s 1. Scientific literacy 2. Distinguish between observations, inferences, relationships, and testimonials 3. Use scientific knowledge to assess personal and environmental health. 4. Use the scientific knowledge and skills necessary for active citizenship.

  4. SLOs GE: 100s 1. Scientific literacy -nonmajors come in saying "I don't like science" or "I don't do well in science.” -Students do not integrate information from several sources

  5. SLOs GE: 100s 4. Use the scientific knowledge and skills necessary for active citizenship.

  6. SLOs GE: 100s

  7. SLOs Majors (215, 230) 1. Major groups of living 2. Major concepts in cell biology. 3. Write clear and well-argued descriptions 4. Design, perform and analyze experiments in biology.

  8. SLOs Majors (215, 230)

  9. SLOs Allied Health (240, 250, 260) 1. Aseptic technique 2. Structure of the human body 3. Functions of organ-systems 4. Cellular metabolism & immunology

  10. We provide • Well-trained, enthusiastic faculty • State of the art lab experiences • Opportunities to participate scientific meetings • Current information

  11. We provide Student Research • NSF Biology Award

  12. We provide Student Research • NSF Biology Award • Freeman Science Award

  13. We provide Student Research • NSF Biology Award • Freeman Science Award • SACNAS Biology Award

  14. We provide Student Research • NSF Biology Award • Freeman Science Award • SACNAS Biology Award • ABRCMS Microbiology Award

  15. We provide Student Research • NSF Biology Award • Freeman Science Award • SACNAS Biology Award • ABRCMS Microbiology Award • Skyline College Research Symposium

  16. Productivity

  17. Productivity

  18. Productivity

  19. Effectiveness

  20. Effectiveness

  21. Student Characteristics

  22. Student Characteristics

  23. Effectiveness

  24. Effectiveness: Student Success

  25. Effectiveness: Student Success

  26. Effectiveness: Student Success

  27. Employment Outlook 9.8% 5.3% Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2013

  28. Employment Outlook • Software developer • Biomedical engineer • Biochemist/biophysicist • Dentist • Nurse Practitioner • Pharmacist • Registered Nurse • Physical Therapist • Physician • Dental Hygienist Source: U.S. News, 2014

  29. Program Needs • Hire 2 FTE

  30. Program Needs: Safety First • Hire 2 FTE • Safety: • ventilation

  31. Program Needs: Safety First • Hire 2 FTE • Safety: • Ventilation • Mag door stops

  32. Program Needs • Hire 2 full-time faculty • Safety • Maintain/purchase equipment & supplies

  33. Program Needs • Hire 2 full-time faculty • Safety • Equipment & supplies • Hire 0.5 lab tech: Support for open labs

  34. Program Needs • Hire 2 full-time faculty • Safety • Equipment & supplies • Hire 0.5 lab tech • Lab space

  35. Program Needs GLPs • Hire 2 full-time faculty • Safety • Equipment & supplies • Hire 0.5 lab tech • Lab space Soil

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