BioEYESThe Ultimate Biology Lab Experience

The BioEYES Activity

Excellent hands-on experience for learning numerous concepts central to all science, including:1. The experimental process

2. Importance of good note-taking/observational skills

3. Importance of scientific research/cooperation

With physical/visual reinforcement, students learn several key biological concepts including:1. External fertilization

2. Embryological development

3. Mendelian genetics

The Modern Biology Lab

Being paired up with Shirley Cox was FUN!

It was wonderful to be back in a laboratory after many years away I was energized for research by the numerous

recent advances in techniques/technologies that are used in today’s labs

Lab activities, particularly the bacterial transformation, are potential exercises to utilize in the classroom in order to teach/reinforce concepts in cell biology

Pedagogy of BioEYES Sessions

It was very interesting to hear how flexible and adaptable this project is to various ages and abilities of students.

Inquiry-based, hands-on activities in the classroom undoubtedlywill enhance understanding/retention of difficult concepts.

Ease of activity combined with “wow” factor will likely inspire students of all capabilities to pursue careers in science and/or medicine.

Tours of Facility/Labs

Increased awareness of the types of research being done at the University of Notre Dame (expanded significantly over the years, especially the availability of projects for HS/college students)

Reminded me how much fun and interactive scientific research can be! (Anyone have an opening?)