Index

An alphabetical list and links to major concepts covered in this course.

Module List
Quick links to all 10 modules
Guides & Sections
Links to each webpage in this course
Module Design
Rationale behind course structure

This Index will be available after all 10 modules are uploaded.

Animals Home
Module List
Canvas Link

A

Analysis, Data

B

Beaks

C

Beaks

D

Beaks

E

Beaks

F

Analysis, Data

G

Beaks

H

Beaks

I

Beaks

J

Beaks

K

Analysis, Data

L

Beaks

M

Beaks

N

Beaks

O

Beaks

P

Analysis, Data

Q

Beaks

R

Beaks

S

Beaks

T

Beaks

U

Analysis, Data

V

Beaks

W

Beaks

X

Beaks

Y

Beaks

Z

Beaks

Our 
Vision

checklist…

_____  Structured knowledge: reflection, organization, addition, counter misconceptions

_____  Topic is clear: simple, obvious, objectives stated, legible

_____  Design is cohesive: logical, complements topic, minimal, on theme, elegant design

_____  Interactive web features: movement, haptic, sound, unlike any other course

_____  We’re using innovative teaching methods: variety, high & low tech

_____  We\’re enthusiastic: care for students. enjoy teaching & the content, related hobbies

_____  We\’re prepared & knowledgable: stories, props, insight, experience

_____  Animals are hands-on: us holding them, in their tanks or habitats

_____  Genetics & evolution are relevant:  research studies & organisms, in-the-news

_____  Field locations: familiar & exotic settings, places students can go

_____  Activities are hands-on: variety of skills that could be used into the future

Research Question: Where do I go?
Module 1
Research Question: What do I do?
Module 2
Research Question: How do I record this?
Module 3
Research Question: What is it?
Module 4
Research Question: Why is it here?
Module 5
Research Question: Why is it here now?
Module 6
Research Question: How long has it been here?
Module 7
Research Question: Why does it look like this?
Module 8
Research Question: Why does it behave like this?
Module 9
Research Question: What do I do next?
Module 10

Where to start?

We recommend starting with the first module and working through each in order, but you can also select a favorite topic and start there.  No matter which you choose; exercise safety and minimize impact on organisms and their environment.

VividScience Animals

Course homepage with teaching goals and learning outcomes

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BI 102e Students

Overview of how these course materials are used at OSU

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