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Past Scholars
2005-2006 ASM Scholars-in-Residence (Precursor to the Biology Scholars)
The ASM welcomed the inaugural class of the ASM Scholars-in-Residence Program in 2005. Below is a list of those who attended the ASM SoTL Institute, July 27-30, 2005 and completed their residency at ASMCUE 2006 in May. Also listed is the title of the abstract presented at ASMCUE 2006 documenting their ongoing research projects.
Michael D. Boyle, Juniata College
Research: A Problem-Based Learning Strategy for Addressing Issues Related to Ethical, Legal and Societal Issues Flowing from the Human Genome Project
Mary Teresa Brandon, New Mexico State University/Dona Ana Branch Community College
Research: Team-Based Integrated Learning Approach: Teaching Microbiological Concepts to Allied Health Students
Cynthia L. Cooper, Truman State University
Research: Impact of Service Learning and Community Engagement on Learning in a Sophomore Introductory Microbiology Course
Patricia Franklin, Piedmont Virginia Community College
Research: Integrating Concepts in Lecture Class Using Case Studies
William R. Huddleston, University of Calgary
Research: Using the Transition of Learning to Guide Course Design
Kathleen S. Jagger, Transylvania University
Research: Lab Intensive Microbiology: Can Lectures Be Substantially Eliminated without Loss of Affective and Cognitive Gains in a Microbiology Course?
Carmen A. Oquendo, Inter American University of Puerto Rico, Metropolitan Campus
Research: Use of Literary Works to Convey Disease Impact Marcy A. Peteroy-Kelly, Pace University
Research: A Discussion Group Program Enhances the Conceptual Understanding Skills of Students Enrolled in a Large Lecture Format Biology 101 Course
Laura B. Regassa, Georgia Southern University
Research: Assessment of Learning in a Project-Based Molecular Biology Curriculum Laurel Roberts, University of Pittsburgh
Research: Teaching the lac Operon in Introductory Biology
Michele Shuster, New Mexico State University
Research: Student Response to the Use of Integrated Content Modules in a Pre-Nursing Microbiology Course
Stephanie S. Strand, Washington University
Research: A Cooperative Inquiry Approach to Identify Bacterial Specimens Increases Student Satisfaction but Does Not Change Content Learning in an Undergraduate Microbiology Laboratory Course
Loretta B. Taras, Kingsborough Community College of The City University of New York
Research: Using Writing as a Tool to Improve Student Learning: What Does the Process of Learning Look Like? Pamela A. Tranby, Riverland Community College
Research: Assessing the Use of Active Learning Strategies in Achieving Learning Goals in a Community College Microbiology Course
Laura Tuhela-Reuning, Ohio Wesleyan University
Research: Conversation, Concepts, and Connections: Use of In-Class Student Discussions to Promote Student Learning and Connection of Concepts in Microbiology
Dara L. Wegman-Geedey, Augustana College
Research: Development of Measures to Assess Students' Questioning Skills
2006-2007 ASM Scholars-in-Residence (Precursor to the Biology Scholars)

The ASM welcomed the second class of the ASM Scholars-in-Residence Program in 2006. Below is a list of those who attended the ASM SoTL Institute, July 26-29, 2006 and completed their residency at the ASMCUE 2007 in May. Also listed is the title of their ongoing research projects.
Susan Godfrey, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Research: Evaluating Student Data Analysis Capability via Multiple Choice Questions
Ruth Gyure, Western Connecticut State University, Danbury, CT
Research: A Case-Based Bioinformatics Project to Teach Prokaryotic Genetics in an Introductory Microbiology Course
Rodney Hagley, University of North Carolina, Wilmington, NC
Research: In a Team-Based Learning (TBL) Environment Does the Administration of Individual Reassurance Tests (iRAT) Foster Increased Student Preparation and Responsibility Ultimately Leading to Improved Learning Outcomes in an Undergraduate Microbiology Course for Pre-Nursing Students?
Shazia Hakim, Jinnah University for Women, Karachi, Pakistan
Research: Concept Maps: A Tool for Student Assessment Lee Hughes, University of North Texas , Denton, TX
Research: Computer-based Learning Objects and Learning Style
Ruhul Kuddus , Utah Valley State College, Orem, UT
Research: There is No Difference in Effectiveness of Microquestioning Approach and Conventional Approach of Teaching Molecular Microbial and Cellular Sciences
Gary Kuleck, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA
Research: Assessing Student Progress in Utilizing the Process of Science in an Undergraduate Research Project-based Laboratory
Jennifer Leavey, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA
Research: Examining the Effectiveness of a Project-based Laboratory on Learning the Process of Science in an Introductory Microbiology Course
Liliana Losada, Trinity University, Washington, DC
Research: Students Modeling of a Faculty's Learning Strategies
Edna Negron-Martinez, University of Puerto Rico-Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, PR
Research: Effectiveness of an Enviromental Microbiology Course Online Discussions to Improve Students Learning of Scientific Concepts
Clifford Renk, Florida Gulf Coast University, Ft. Myers, FL
Research: Evaluation of Scale-Up Instruction on Student Learning and Satisfaction in an Introductory Microbiology Course Kristy Shanahan, Oakton Community College, Des Plaines, IL
Research: Evaluation of Student Attitude and Course Content Mastery Outcomes from Scientific Undergraduate Research at Oakton Community College
Joyce Shaw, Endicott College, Beverly, MA
Research: Effect of a Debate Format on Student Learning in Introductory Microbiology Course
Jason Tor, Hampshire College, Amherst, MA
Research: Do Students Develop a Critical Stance Towards the Meaning and Significance of Scientific Research Results through Analysis of Quantitative Information Reported in Primary Research Literature?
Fred Volkert, State University of New York- Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
Research: Using Team Learning for Teaching Medical Students about Antibiotics in an Interdisciplinary
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2007-2008 ASM Scholars-in-Residence (Precursor to the Biology Scholars)

2007-2008 ASM Scholars-in-Residence Homepage
Lawrence Aaronson, Utica College, Utica, NY
Research: Using Popular Fiction in an Undegraduate Virology Course for Biology Majors to Enhance Learning and Integration of Knowledge
Donald Breakwell, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT
Research: Cognitive Processing Associated With Inquiry-based Laboratory Exercises in an Introductory Course for Microbiology Majors
Janet Cooper, Rockhurst University, Kansas City, MO
Research: Determining the Effectiveness of the Cell Basis for Anatomy and Physiology Course on the Preparation of Nursing Students for Microbiology
Khrystyne Duddleston, University of Alaska Anchorage, Anchorage, AK
Research: Capturing and Assessing Attitudes Toward Microorganisms During a Semester Length Junior Level Microbiology Course Using Pre and Post test Attitude Surveys and Student Portfolios
Ann Furdock, Pennsylvania College of Technology, Williamsport, PA
Research: Use of a Learning Taxonomy Study Format Based to Enhance Student Learning
Mark Gallo, Niagara University, Lewiston, NY
Research: The Impact of a Microbiology Course on Student Perception of Relevance of Microbes in Major Unifying Themes of Biology
Irena Kenneley, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH
Research: Integration of Infection Control and Prevention Principles in an Introductory Microbiology Course for Nursing Majors
Himgauri Kulkarni, MiraCosta Community College, Oceanside, CA
Research: How do Students Learn When They Apply Previous Knowledge to New Topics?
Jennifer O'Connor, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Research: The Effect of Introduction of Study in the General Biology Sequence and Learning Skills on the Intellectual Development of Students
Research: The Effect of Case Studies on the Development of Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills in Students in an Elective Course in Virology
Sharon Roberts, Auburn University, Auburn, AL
Research: Can the Use of Assignments Improve Student Performance in Concept Mastery in an Introductory Immunology Course
Carol Schmidhauser, Villa Julie College, Stevenson, MD
Research: Enhancing Collaborative Group Interaction
Monica Trujillo, Queensborough Community College, CUNY, Bayside, NY
Research: How Do Students Evolve in the Formulation of Possible Test Questions in a Microbiology Course for Nursing Students?
David Westenberg, University of Missouri-Rolla, Rolla, MO
Research: How do Students Acquire Information on Microbial Diversity?
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