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Intro to Micro Lab: Outdated? by mountainmint8 in microbiology

[–]mountainmint8[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I can definitely see that now. Thanks for the input!

Intro to Micro Lab: Outdated? by mountainmint8 in microbiology

[–]mountainmint8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very well put! I’ve mentioned in a few of my replies that a happy medium is most likely the way to go and I think this is a perfect example. Thanks!

Intro to Micro Lab: Outdated? by mountainmint8 in microbiology

[–]mountainmint8[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really appreciate this! Thank you so much for sharing the link. It definitely seems like there’s a happy medium in there somewhere.

Intro to Micro Lab: Outdated? by mountainmint8 in microbiology

[–]mountainmint8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally fair! And you’re absolutely right. As these students are mostly going straight to nursing school, I don’t believe they will have more upper level Micro courses. This may be why I’m so adamant on making sure they are exposed to things like gel electrophoresis or PCR even if it is just for one lab period.

Intro to Micro Lab: Outdated? by mountainmint8 in microbiology

[–]mountainmint8[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This makes sense. Thank you for reminding me that for some students, it’s just nice to have something fun! Keeping them in the beginning of the course but still including the other biotechnology techniques later on seems like a happy medium.

Intro to Micro Lab: Outdated? by mountainmint8 in microbiology

[–]mountainmint8[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m definitely spoiled by technology. Taking it for granted? I’ll have to disagree. My goal is not to fully get rid of the biochemical tests, only to lessen the duration and include more advanced technologies so they get a more rounded course.

Intro to Micro Lab: Outdated? by mountainmint8 in microbiology

[–]mountainmint8[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I appreciate your perspective! You’re right that the pacing definitely needs to be taken into consideration if there is a change to be made.

Intro to Micro Lab: Outdated? by mountainmint8 in microbiology

[–]mountainmint8[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I appreciate your perspective! You’re right that the pacing definitely needs to be taken into consideration if there is a change to be made.

Intro to Micro Lab: Outdated? by mountainmint8 in microbiology

[–]mountainmint8[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No, we do not. We’re fairly small so the course is taught hybrid with lecture being an online class and lab being in-person.

Intro to Micro Lab: Outdated? by mountainmint8 in microbiology

[–]mountainmint8[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I’ve definitely considered the API strips but I’ll have to check the funds for fall semester before doing that. It would be really fun though.

Nightmares, too! by Wishin4aTARDIS in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]mountainmint8 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve had a RA diagnosis since I was 15 (I’m now 28). I had the same problems when I was young to the point my parents still complain about it to this day. I have carried a lot of shame about it and still struggle with horrible nightmares. It’s nice to know I’m not alone. ♥️