ERIC Number: EJ1297347
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020
Pages: 10
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ISSN: ISSN-0002-7685
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Molecular Memories of a Cambrian Fossil
Babaian, Caryn; Kumar, Sudhir
American Biology Teacher, v82 n9 p586-595 Nov-Dec 2020
Evolutionary evidence is important scientific background for appreciating the theory of evolution. We describe a STEAM-based lesson plan that uses paleontological drawings and a modern evolutionary database to explore and understand fossil, morphological, and molecular evidence. Together, with a focus on arthropods and the Cambrian explosion, students experience a heuristic process common in scientific reasoning, guiding them toward practices that synthesize knowledge and invite questioning in the life sciences.
Descriptors: Molecular Biology, Science Instruction, Teaching Methods, Evolution, Scientific Principles, Heuristics, Lesson Plans, Paleontology, Databases, STEM Education, Art Education, Evidence, Freehand Drawing, Scientific Concepts, Learning Activities
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive; Tests/Questionnaires
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Language: English
Sponsor: National Science Foundation (NSF)
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Grant or Contract Numbers: 1661218; 1932765