BIO 497

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Field Exam and Exit Survey

Biology College of Life Sciences

Course Description

This course will allow students to reflect on the meaningful learning opportunities they have experienced at BYU, how those experiences have shaped their education, and what role experiential learning has played in their intellectual, professional, and spiritual development. This opportunity for broader reflection is a crucial culminating activity as students prepare for graduation. Students will be reminded of the importance of lifelong learning and will take the ETS Biology Major Field Exam. This national exam evaluates the students’ learning and retention of major scientific concepts in the fields of molecular biology, cell biology, organismal biology, population biology, and analytical skills.

When Taught

Fall, Winter, and Spring

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Please contact the Biology department administrator for details about completing the biology exam and exit survey.

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Reflection

Learning Outcome

Students will reflect on their learning experiences at BYU.

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Lifelong learning

Learning Outcome

Students will describe how courses and experiential learning have prepared them for next steps in life.

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Assessment

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to pass the ETS Major Field Exam for Biology.