Work with an engaging microbiology, genetics or virology class at Edgewood College

Description: Work in microbiology, genetics, or virology with an instructor at Edgewood College who also pursues (and did a UW–Madison postdoc in) scholarly, evidence-based teaching. Heidi already includes a variety of engaging teaching approaches, so this opportunity lets you see those in action as well as connect with faculty at a primarily undergraduate institution. Semester(s) an intern might contact: Fall or Spring Institution: Edgewood College Department(s): Division of Biological Sciences Intern background needed: General biology, some microbiology Course(s): Bio310 Microbiology, lecture/lab, sophomore, 17-60 students Bio410 Genetics, lecture/discussion, upper level, 15 students Bio414 Virology, lecture, upper level, 12 students Dates and times: Variable Challenges a project might address include: Potential guest teaching topics/units (weeks 6-10 of the semester): Microbiology – immunology, virology; Genetics – population genetics, molecular genetics; Virology – lifecycles Teaching strategies of interest: Developing and assessing the effectiveness of active, engaging teaching approaches Teaching strategies currently used: Connecting to real-world student experiences, problem- or project-based learning, incorporating writing, collaborative learning, inquiry-based labs, frequent formative assessment Contact: Heidi Horn, hhorn@edgewood.edu