STEM Course-based Undergraduate Research Experience

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You are invited to take part in data collection for the ACC CURES program evaluation at Arapahoe Community College, conducted by Edstar Analytics. Participation is voluntary. Responses are kept confidential, reported only in combined (aggregate) form, and used solely for program evaluation and improvement. You may skip any question or stop at any time without penalty. Questions about this survey or your data: Jackie Alvarez (jackie.alvarez@edstaranalytics.com).

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Department:

Courses currently teaching:

Years of teaching experience:

Do you have research experience outside the classroom?

Yes No

Have you previously implemented research experiences in your courses?

Yes No

Select one of the following:

I'm taking this survey before teaching a CURE for the first time I'm taking this survey after teaching a CURE for the first time I'm taking this survey after teaching a CURE for more than one time

Describe the CUREs you are reporting on (select all that apply):

Online Face to face Wet Dry

This lesson was:

Developed by me Developed in collaboration with other instructors From the CUREs lesson library

Please briefly describe the CURE topic and activities:

Teaching Load and Resources

I had access to necessary laboratory supplies and necessary resources for the CURE activities.

Please explain:

I have adequate support from laboratory staff for the CURE.

ACC values undergraduate research.

My department values undergraduate research.

Training received related to the CURE supported my growth as an instructor of undergraduate research experiences.

I have adequate time to effectively implement CURE curriculum.

CUREs Success

This CURE clearly aligns with student learning outcomes of the course.

Most students were able to successfully complete all CURE activities.

The CUREs topic was engaging for students.

The CURE was a valuable part of the course experience.

How effectively did students collaborate with peers and instructors?

Comfort with Research Implementation

Mentoring novice researchers

Teaching experimental design principles

Guiding students in developing research questions

Teaching statistical analysis methods

Teaching data visualization techniques

Teaching scientific writing skills

Teaching oral presentation skills

Troubleshooting experimental problems

Assessing CURE associated projects

Providing constructive feedback on research

Supporting struggling students through the research process

Managing classroom discussions about research

CURE Implementation

I know where to find CURE resources and materials.

Students had the necessary skills to complete CUREs activities.

Do you have suggestions for improvement?

Identifying as a Researcher

I feel uncertain about my abilities to do research

When I think about doing research, I feel anxious

I doubt my ability to guide students through research projects

I worry that I don't have enough research experience

What is your biggest challenge in implementing research experiences in your courses?

What concerns do you have about implementing CUREs?

How could the institution better support CURE implementation?