[PDF][PDF] An introduction to the Squirrel-Net teaching modules

L Dizney, PK Connors, J Varner, JM Duggan… - CourseSource, 2020 - par.nsf.gov
Although course-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs) are gaining
popularity in biology, most are designed for benchwork-based laboratory courses while few …

Squirreling around for science: observing sciurid rodents to investigate animal behavior

PK Connors, HC Lanier, LP Erb, J Varner, L Dizney… - CourseSource, 2020 - par.nsf.gov
Hands-on research experiences are important opportunities for students to learn about the
nature of inquiry and gain confidence in solving problems. Here, we present an inquiry …

How many squirrels are in the shrubs? A lesson plan for comparing methods for population estimation

J Varner, HC Lanier, J Duggan, L Dizney… - …, 2020 - digitalcommons.csumb.edu
Estimating the population sizes of animals is a key skill for any student interested in ecology,
conservation, or management. However, counting animals in natural habitats is difficult, and …

Squirrels in space: using radio telemetry to explore the space use and movement of sciurid rodents

JM Duggan, J Varner, HC Lanier, EA Flaherty, L Dizney… - CourseSource, 2020 - par.nsf.gov
Biotelemetry is used by researchers to track the interactions of animals with each other and
the environment. While advancing technology has led to the development of numerous …

Squirreling from afar: adapting Squirrel-Net modules for remote teaching and learning

L Dizney, J Varner, J Duggan, HC Lanier… - …, 2021 - digitalcommons.csumb.edu
The shift from face-to-face instruction to remote teaching and learning has proven to be a
challenging endeavor for many reasons, including lack of time, resources, and inspiration …