Early career microbiologists with master’s and doctoral degrees are considered experts in the fundamental concepts and application of scientific skills and practices in the microbial sciences. Many graduate programs require graduate students to teach at least one undergraduate course to develop teaching skills. However, many biology graduate programs do not teach pedagogical skills and practices. This poster session conveys the interactions of early-career microbiologists in academia with OERs through a social justice and equity lens. Early career microbiologists will complete a survey instrument on their experiences with OERs. This poster will articulate preliminary data to support preparation for a follow-up study that assesses effective methods for selecting and implementing OERs in biology and microbiology courses.
Attendees of this session will be able to:
Explain the importance of pedagogical skills and practices in the classroom.
Interpret the survey results of early career microbiologists’ experiences with OERs and apply the lessons learned in their courses and pedagogical practices.
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