Preparation Guide for Laboratory Investigations for Biology

With a Ph.D. from Purdue University, Jean Dickey has been involved in teaching introductory biology labs since 1978. Her experience includes developing an investigative laboratory curriculum for a large enrollment non-majors course at Clemson University, as well as supervising TAs and lab preparations. Besides working with general biology students, she also teaches life science for elementary education majors. When Dr. Dickey is not with her students, daughters Katherine and Jessica keep her busy.

• 1. The Process of Scientific Inquiry. 2. pH and Buffers. 3. Macromolecules. 4. Using the Microscope. 5. Enzymes. 6. Cellular Respiration. 7. Photosynthesis. 8. Chromosomes and Cell Division. 9. Mendelian Genetics. 10. Forensic Application of Molecular Genetics. 11. Microorganisms and Disease. 12. Plant Diversity. 13. Animal Diversity. 14. Digestion. 15. Circulation. 16. The Sensory System. 17. Plant Structure. 18. Flowers, Fruits, and Seeds. 19. Animal Behavior. 20. Foraging Strategy. Appendix 1. Tools for Scientific Inquiry. Appendix 2. Guide to Writing Scientific Reports.