Kurt M. Regner
Assistant Professor in Residence
Ph.D. University of Wisconsin, Madison
Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Education
Undergraduate Research Opportunities
My professional and scholarly goals include:
- Teaching excellence
- Implementing a problem based approach in biology courses
- Promoting the benefits of undergraduate research fellowships
- Providing effective training for graduate students
- Teaching Philosophy
I have attempted to introduce a problem based approach in the lower division biology courses using a variety of methods. First, I introduce lecture topics with a question or hypothesis that requires resolution. I currently use the iclicker® classroom response system to survey students on how they believe the introductory question should be addressed. Second, I regularly assign review articles that complement the lecture material and textbook. The review articles also serve as a source of exam questions. Third, I do not to ask definition type exam questions. In an attempt to encourage critical thinking skills, exam questions require the integration of two of more concepts.