| The need for molecular genetic perspectives in evolutionary education (and vice versa). | |
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PMID: 19801171 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
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Despite evolution being the central concept of biology, many biology students do not understand the core principles of evolutionary theory. Here, we propose that integrating evolution throughout the biology curriculum, and incorporating molecular biology and molecular genetic perspectives, will help students not only to achieve a better understanding of evolution, but also to appreciate how modern evolutionary biology research is practiced. However, realizing this vision will require changes in the way that biology is taught. Educators will need to teach from a broadened perspective and to utilize new strategies for maximizing student learning. However, if this vision is realized then strides can be made in advancing the public understanding of evolution. |
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Authors:
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James J Smith; David A Baum; Andrew Moore |
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Type: Journal Article Date: 2009-10-02 |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Trends in genetics : TIG Volume: 25 ISSN: 0168-9525 ISO Abbreviation: Trends Genet. Publication Date: 2009 Oct |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2009-10-20 Completed Date: 2010-01-11 Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 8507085 Medline TA: Trends Genet Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 427-9 Citation Subset: IM |
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Lyman Briggs College, East Holmes Hall, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48825, USA. jimsmith@msu.edu |
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Animals Evolution* Evolution, Molecular Humans Molecular Biology* Research / methods Teaching / methods* |
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