A resource for biological career education : an honors thesis (HONRS 499)

Abstract

High school biology teachers need a resource guide for career exploration of biological occupations. Information on local practices is used in the creation of the resource guide to obtain insight into strong and weak areas of biological career education. Current resources and practices are studied to justify and design activities for personal assessment, obtain information on specific careers, and gain experience in biological settings. Teachers guide these activities and serve as role models and mentors. Students benefit academically, intellectually, and personally from the use of biological career exploration.