PhD, professor Grand Canyon University Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Program Abstract: Working knowledge of mathematics is increasingly important for the deep comprehension and learning on many biological disciplines. It is also a powerful factor in student performance and retention in STEM. Math skills are essential for the better understanding of the subject, critical thinking, learning outcomes, and the improvement of career prospects of the students. Their impact is especially important for the underrepresented minority and first generation students. One of the key challenges in the improvement of math skills of biology students is the large variety of their background knowledge and the lack of class time that could be dedicated to this. This session will focus on the strategies for the successful integration of the mathematics into the undergraduate biology courses that improve the learning experience, and that are scalable and practical. Their effect on learning outcomes and student experience, and their applicability for other science disciplines will be discussed.
