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Research skills training for undergraduate researchers: the pedagogical approach of the STARS project

Year: 2003

Type: article

Abstract: The Scientific Training by Assignment for Research Students (STARS) project (http://www.ucc.ie/research/stars) comprises of an internet-based learning resource that has been designed to help undergraduate students develop a number of fundamental skills associated with conducting scientific research. In particular, it aims to improve the ability of students to plan, design, manage and execute scientific research whilst providing opportunities for formative assessment and rapid feedback. We describe the content and pedagogical approach adopted by STARS with a particular emphasis on its incorporation of the principles of experiential learning. We use our experience of designing the STARS resource to reflect more generally on both science education and the development of research skills in undergraduate degrees.

Source: Bioscience Education

DOI: 10.3108/beej.2003.02000002

Authors: John A Finn, Anne C Crook

Institutions: Teagasc - The Irish Agriculture and Food Development Authority, University College Cork

Language: English

Topic: Science Education and Pedagogy

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: bronze

Funders: Teagasc, University College Cork