Abstract
The BioSMART (Scientific Methods for Analytical and Reasoning Skills and Critical
Thinking) program was developed to support the professional development of Bachelor of
Biomedical Science students in the Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine at Bond
University. BioSMART comprises an integrated suite of learning activities and assessments
embedded across the degree program in three phases. In Phase One, students develop
foundational laboratory and scientific reasoning and writing skills. In Phase Two, students
plan and conduct scientific research projects and other activities, which develop work-ready
competencies including project design, implementation, data analysis, team work and
presentation skills. Finally, in Phase Three, students develop higher cognitive skills such as
critical thinking and reasoning and advanced laboratory skills through a weekly Journal Club
and a curriculum centred on Problem Based Learning. By integrating learning activities relevant to the core practices of biomedical scientists into an innovative curriculum,
graduates are well prepared for a successful transition into the scientific professions. The
BioSMART program was awarded an Australian Learning & Teaching Council Citation for
Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning in 2008.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Title of host publication | Innovations in teaching and learning: Approaches to professional development from across the disciplines |
| Subtitle of host publication | Volume 1, Bond University |
| Editors | Amy Kenworthy |
| Place of Publication | Braddon |
| Publisher | Halstead Press |
| Pages | 80-98 |
| Number of pages | 19 |
| Volume | 1 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781920831806 |
| Publication status | Published - 2010 |