A new general biology course, Issues in Social Biology
2007 Impact statement- Davies, Peter John
abstract
I have been planning a new course, Issues in Social Biology in order to create more educated students in both biology and issues important to society.
submitted by
- Davies, Peter John | Professor
issue being addressed
I considered that Cornell students were not familiar enough with issues of biological relevance confronting our society.
response
The course has been planned and approved by relevant committees and a group of ten TAs recruited.
impact assessment
When taught in 2008 this course will enhance the education of Cornell students about biological issues of relevance to our society.
academic priority area
- Environmental Sciences | CALS academic priority
- Land-Grant Mission | CALS academic priority
- New Life Sciences | CALS academic priority
mission focus
- teaching | project type
From CALS annual faculty reporting. Imported on August 5, 2008