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The Integrated Life Science (ILS) Learning Community at The University of Maryland
Dr. Boots QuimbyAssociate Director
BIO2010
Scientific Foundations for Future Physicians
Vision and Change
1) Discrete subjects integrated sciences
2) Memorizing “required” knowledge mastering competencies
3) Passive lectures active engagement, group learning, inquiry-based learning, etc.
4) Overall goal - “how to think like scientists”
Birth of ILS
ILS Mission
To inspire, educate and launch the careers of talented honors students in all aspects of the life sciences
Four Aspects to the program
Academic
Research
Community
Service
Academics
Fours academic courses taken over two years Organismal Biology Genes and Genomics Mathematical Modeling or Cell Biology Research and Applications in Life Science
Todd Cooke Raymond St. Leger Jonathan Simon Boots Quimby
Research
Required to complete 240 hours of life science mentored research
60% of students complete the research requirement the summer after their freshman year
Community
Live together on a single dormitory floor First year is required Second year is optional
Staff offices are in the dormitory
ILS Provides a variety of academic and social activities
Service
Service Learning Course Students complete 12 hours of service
with set service partners
Focuses on 3 areas related to the life sciences Social determinants of health STEM education Sustainability
ILS Students
Majors 70% Biological Sciences 15% Bioengineering 10% Biochemistry 5% other
Career goals 80% medical school 20% graduate school
Retention Rates
First Year: 87%
Second Year: 94%
Assessment
Course pre- and post-surveys
Student perceptions surveys
Focus groups
Results
Students have an enhanced awareness of the multidisciplinary nature of science
We are meeting our targeted Vision and Change Core Concepts for Biological literacy and Disciplinary Practice
Students feel a strong sense of belonging, social support, and positive peer interactions both academically and socially
Sense of belonging and social support is correlated with GPA
Conclusions
The ILS program is an effective model for implementing the new reforms in undergraduate biology education.
Integration of a social-cultural component through a living-learning aspect of the program is a critical element for successful implementation.
ils.umd.edu
Challenges
Competition
Faculty interactions
Diversity