”All of us are capable, and all of us can be scientists.” The Impact of Scientist Spotlight Assignments with Undergraduates in Physiology Courses

In this episode, authors Dax Ovid, Ashley Rose Acosta-Parra, Arsema Alemayehu, Jacob Francisco Gomez, Dathan Tran, and Brie Tripp dive into their recently published research titled “All of us are capable, and all of us can be scientists.” They explore the profound impact of Scientist Spotlight assignments on undergraduate students in physiology courses at an emerging Hispanic-serving institution. These assignments, which highlight counterstereotypical scientists, have been shown to significantly enhance students’ feelings of inclusion and foster a deeper connection to the material. Through engaging conversations, the authors discuss how these initiatives not only change students' perceptions of scientists but also improve the learning experience in both major and non-major physiology courses. Join them as they share insights on how inclusive curricula and supportive teaching practices can positively influence student success and representation in the field of physiology.

 

“All of us are capable, and all of us can be scientists.” The impact of Scientist Spotlight assignments with undergraduates in physiology courses

Dax Ovid, Ashley Rose Acosta-Parra, Arsema Alemayehu, Jacob Francisco Gomez, Dathan Tran, and Brie Tripp

Advances in Physiology Education 2024 48:4, 770-783