Understanding Science and Non-Majors Biology

What is the primary goal the teacher has for students in the class?

• To develop scientific thinking

• To prepare for advanced biology classes

• To become professional scientists

• To memorize scientific facts

How does the teacher view non-major students compared to biology majors?

• More interested in science

• Less capable

• Less motivated

• Equally smart

What is the intended outcome for non-majors after taking the biology class?

• To be informed citizens

• To become biology majors

• To be prepared for upper division biology classes

• To pursue a career in science

What feedback does the teacher receive about the book used in the course?

• Students find it boring

• It is too difficult for non-majors

• Students enjoy reading it

• It lacks scientific content

What effect does the book have on students according to other instructors?

• It makes students dislike the class

• It causes students to read less

• It increases students' interest in reading

• It confuses students