Undergraduate Research in the Sciences
Author | : Sandra Laursen |
Publisher | : Jossey-Bass |
Total Pages | : 352 |
Release | : 2010-06-10 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780470625613 |
ISBN-13 | : 0470625619 |
Rating | : 4/5 (13 Downloads) |
Download or read book Undergraduate Research in the Sciences written by Sandra Laursen and published by Jossey-Bass. This book was released on 2010-06-10 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Undergraduate research (UR) is widely believed to enhance the learning experience of students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics programs. This is the first comprehensive, practical, research-based book on undergraduate research. It addresses how the benefits to UR participants arise; compares the benefits of UR with other types of educational activities or experience; the long-term value of UR; and more. Intended to assist both existing and new UR practitioners with program design and evaluation needs, the book will also be useful to the wider community of academics, policy-makers, and funders of UR programs.