Experiences in Biodiversity Research: A Field Course

by Thea B. Gessler

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This short handbook was developed to support the course, Experiences in Biodiversity Research, which provides early undergraduates with experience in the practice of biodiversity research and demystifies the path to careers in this field. Tips for educators running a similar field research-based course are provided, with a focus on adapting the curriculum for your local context and students' needs.

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Publisher
Iowa State University
Subjects
Biology, Ecology
Licence
CC BY-NC 4.0, as LibreTexts states it. Non-commercial use only.
Who can read
Tweens profiles and older, judged from its title and subjects

Contents

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  1. Front Matter
  2. TitlePage
  3. InfoPage
  4. Table of Contents
  5. Licensing
  6. Acknowledgments
  7. Welcome to Experiences in Biodiversity Research
  8. 1: Modules
  9. 1.1: In the Field
  10. 1.2: Peer Review
  11. 1.3: Preparing Professional Materials
  12. 1.4: Research Proposals
  13. 2: Appendices
  14. 2.1: Example Schedule
  15. 2.2: Lakeside Laboratory Itinerary
  16. 2.3: Rubrics
  17. 2.4: Survey
  18. 2.5: Reading a Scientific Paper
  19. 2.6: Starting Research Proposals
  20. 2.7: Table of Assignments
  21. 2.8: Personal Statement Brainstorming Questions
  22. Back Matter
  23. Detailed Licensing