Abstract:
Survey results from students in four sections of an introductory environmental science laboratory indicated that 1) the lab topics were acceptable but did not develop practical problem-solving skills applicable to the real world, 2) labs failed to develop a spirit of inquiry, 3) an informal professional relationship with the instructor was achieved, 4) the addition of teaching assistants would be desirable, and 5) pre-lab worksheets improved understanding of lab exercises. Based on these results lab exercises are being revised to make them more inquiry-based and better related to students lives. A program to use undergraduate teaching aides, preceptors, is planned for the Fall semester.
Keywords:
introductory laboratory course, environmental science, student opinion
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