Course level learning objectives
1. To master the core concepts in molecular
biology, genetics, and cell biology.
(Foundational knowledge)
RBC membrane analysis learning objectives
• Diagram, label and explain how SDS-PAGE
separates proteins by size.
• Compare Coomassie stained gel with a Western
blot.
• Recognize the 4 major sections of a scientific
publication.
2. Acquire basic proficiency in common lab
techniques in cell and molecular biology.
(Application)
Interpret the results of SDS-PAGE electrophoresis.
3. Become competent in reading and writing
scientific literature. (Learning how to learn)
• Communicate the results of an experiment in a
professional scientific format.
• Connect an experiment to the broader field of
study using published scientific literature.
4. Begin to see themselves as creators, not
just consumers, of scientific knowledge.
(Learning how to learn/Caring)
5. Learn to be resilient in the face of
uncertainty and setbacks. (Human dimension)
3. Become competent in reading and writing scientific literature.
(Application – Learning how to learn)
Goals
Summative
assessment
Experiment reading passage:
• Clicker question: Choose best
objective statement
• Short answer: Write the objective
statement for this experiment.
Goal 1 - Introduction:
Identify and compose a clear
objective statement for the
experiment.
Goal 2 - Results: Construct a
visually effective
presentation of results.
Goal 3 – Discussion: Draw a
valid conclusion from the
data, and use specific
experimental results to
support your conclusion.
Goal 4 – Discussion: Relate
results of current experiment
to previously published
reports.
Goal 5 – Writing is concise,
clear, and easy to
understand.
Formative assessment
RBC
membrane
protein lab
report
Evaluate with
rubric
Figure critique activity
Figure interpretation activity (Raphael
et al 2000):
• Conclusions + list of evidence
• Convert to paragraph form
•Journal article review assignment
•Literature search activity
Revising for clarity activity (group work
on whiteboards)
Peer
review
using
rubric
Vol. Plasmodium extract
0μl 2μl 5μl 10μl
Coomassie
Which membrane protein is digested by the
protease?
What evidence supports this conclusion?
Western blots
From Raphael et al 2000