Problem Solving in Genetics: Content Hints Can Help.

ABSTRACT: Problem solving is an integral part of doing science, yet it is challenging for students in many disciplines to learn. We explored student success in solving genetics problems in several genetics content areas using sets of three consecutive questions for each content area. To promote improvement, we provided students the choice to take a content-focused prompt, termed a "content hint," during either the second or third question within each content area. Overall, for students who answered the first question in a content area incorrectly, the content hints helped them solve additional content-matched problems. We also examined students' descriptions of their problem solving and found that students who improved following a hint typically used the hint content to accurately solve a problem. S

SUBMITTER: Avena JS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6755211 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature